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22/08/26 18:30:00

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Cristian Romero, a 28-year-old Argentine center-back, has postponed his potential signing with Inter Milan while awaiting a move to become a player for FC Barcelona during the final stretch of the transfer market. Tottenham Hotspur is willing to negotiate his departure and is asking for around 50 million euros.

Last week, Inter met with the player's agent and presented a four-year contract proposal. The offered salary would be lower than what Romero earns in London, but the agreement would ensure a longer commitment.

The center-back has not accepted those conditions yet. His representatives are in contact with Barcelona's sports management and believe that a move to Barça's defense could open an opportunity before the market closes.

Cristian Romero is hoping for a move to FC Barcelona

FC Barcelona considers Cristian Romero as one of their options to strengthen the defensive line but will not negotiate until all their center-backs and full-backs are retained. The arrival of the Argentine depends on a prior sale that frees up space both in the squad and financially.

Potential game changers are Ronald Araújo and Jules Koundé. If either leaves the club, Barcelona's sports management will consider bringing in an experienced center-back immediately, in which case Romero would compete with Aymeric Laporte.

Alternatively, signing a younger, preferably left-footed defender is an option. Javi Salinas remains on the list, but Barcelona is reluctant to pay the 16 million euros demanded by Racing de Santander.

Romero is willing to lower his salary to facilitate his potential registration. This decision does not eliminate the transfer cost but would allow the Catalan club to adjust the contract to fit their financial limits if they secure a sale.

Inter Milan won't pay any price

Inter Milan must also reach an agreement with Tottenham Hotspur. The English club values the center-back at around 50 million euros, a sum that the Italian club finds high and has hindered progress in the deal.

Tottenham extended the player's contract in August 2025 until June 30, 2029. The contract's duration allows the London club to demand a transfer fee, but they are considering alternative arrangements if the Argentine persists in wanting to leave.

One of these options is a loan with an option to buy. This structure would reduce the initial outlay for the buyer and enable Tottenham to postpone the income, but it would require financial conditions ensuring a future sale.

Inter is also progressing in the signing of John Stones as a free agent. His arrival would diminish the immediate need to sign Romero, who would only return to a priority position if the club manages to sell Benjamin Pavard.

The timeline may influence the decision. The center-back must rejoin Tottenham on August 10, by which point the English club must define his role in the squad. Before that date, FC Barcelona needs to finalize a sale to make an offer for Cristian Romero; otherwise, the Argentine will have to decide whether to reinitiate negotiations with Inter.

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