Cristian Romero

After 86 days away from competitive action following a disappointing end to their 2025/26 LaLiga campaign, Atlético de Madrid returned to action on Wednesday night against newly promoted Málaga. Diego Simeone's side will be looking to start the new season strongly after an inconsistent campaign last term. Improving their away record and tightening up defensively will be among Atlético's main priorities. Atlético Strengthen Squad Atlético have made several important additions during the summer transfer window as Simeone looks to address weaknesses from last

The total package for the Argentina international is understood to be worth about £34.2 million (€40 million). The agreement would bring Romero’s five-year spell in north London close to an end, although the transfer remains subject to completion of the final formalities. Atletico have long admired the 28-year-old centre-back, and the player is believed to favour a move to the Spanish capital despite interest from Inter Milan and Arsenal. Reports indicate that personal terms have been agreed on a four-year contract with an

Madrid: Atletico Madrid have reportedly taken a significant step in their pursuit of Cristian Romero, with the Argentine defender agreeing personal terms with the Spanish club as speculation intensifies over his future. The development could complicate Inter Milan’s reported interest in Romero, potentially setting up a transfer battle for the experienced centre-back. While an agreement on personal terms would represent progress for Atletico, a transfer would still depend on negotiations between the clubs and the completion of the usual contractual and medical procedures.