Still, Romero’s own interest in playing in LaLiga could shift the situation. Only a bid in the range of €70 million, combined with the player’s willingness to make the move, would make the deal feasible.

At the moment, Atlético de Madrid is under pressure to act. The loss in Pasadena was a wake-up call, clearly exposing the lack of a defensive leader. Adding Cuti Romero would not only fill a gap but also send a strong message: the team is ready to fight at the highest level again.

For Simeone, bringing in a player of Romero’s caliber is about more than tactics — it’s about reigniting the club’s ambition. And with the coach publicly backing the move, all eyes are now on Tottenham and what comes next in this potential transfer saga.