Tottenham's Cristian Romero could depart if Spurs are relegated, clause details revealed
Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero could be among the first to leave the club this summer if the club is relegated from the Premier League, with a release clause in his contract reportedly active in the event of the club's drop to the Championship. According to sources, the clause is valued between £37 million and £53 million, a figure confirmed by the player's father, Victor Romero.
The 28-year-old Argentina international, who has captained the side for much of a difficult season, has been a central figure in a Tottenham side currently sitting 18th in the Premier League and two points from safety with six games remaining. Should the club fail to avoid the drop, a departure for the defender appears increasingly likely. Football Insider reports that clubs are already prepared to move for the defender, with insider Pete O'Rourke stating the player is "ready to move on" and "wants to be playing at the highest level."
Romero's potential exit is complicated by the uncertainty over Tottenham's league status. While a release clause exists, the exact figure remains unspecified within a broad range, and the club's relegation would likely trigger a significant squad overhaul. Romero, who joined from Atalanta in 2022, has been a regular starter when fit, but his future has been the subject of intense speculation for months.
O'Rourke suggested the saga is likely to continue into the summer, stating, "This Romero one will probably roll on into the summer." The defender's visible emotion after being substituted in a recent defeat to Sunderland was noted by many as a potential sign of his frustration with the club's precarious situation.
For Tottenham, the potential loss of their captain and defensive lynchpin would be a significant blow to any potential promotion campaign in the Championship. For Romero, a move would likely secure his place in the Argentina squad and allow him to continue competing in European competition, a key factor for a player of his stature. The coming weeks, which will decide Tottenham's Premier League fate, will be critical in determining the future of one of the club's most valuable and high-profile players.
