'Wrrr' Tottenham, after Son Heung-min, another... 'Relegation becomes reality → Captain likely to be sold' Transfer fee as high as 104 billion won

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Tottenham Hotspur, having let go of Son Heung-min (34, LAFC), is now preparing to sell its captain as well. Cristian Romero (28), who succeeded Son Heung-min as captain, is surrounded by transfer rumors amid the team's relegation crisis.

British outlet 'EPL Index' reported on the 21st (Korean time) that "Manchester United is planning to sign Tottenham star Romero for 60 million euros (approximately 104 billion won)" and that "Tottenham is willing to consider a transfer offer for Romero this summer."

Tottenham is currently on the brink. Following a recent defeat to Sunderland and a draw against Brighton & Hove Albion, the team has plummeted to 18th place, the relegation zone, compounding the misfortunes. Key defender Romero was already ruled out for the season due to injury in the match against Sunderland.

The club's leadership is making cold calculations. With the team facing relegation, there is a trend to sell the captain as well. According to reports, Tottenham has set Romero's transfer fee between 60 million and 65 million euros (approximately 112.5 billion won). Despite being a starting defender under contract until 2029, the club has left the door open to a sale due to financial pressure from potential relegation and the need to restructure the squad.

Manchester United, in urgent need of defensive reinforcements, is not missing this opportunity. According to 'EPL Index', Manchester United highly values Romero's extensive EPL experience and defensive abilities and is prepared to pour in a large transfer fee. Analysts suggest that Romero's unique aggressive defensive style and leadership will inject vitality into United's shaky defense.

Competitors are also formidable. According to 'The Cut Offside', Spain's Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are also keeping a close eye on Romero. In particular, Spanish outlet 'Pichichi' explained that "Atletico manager Diego Simeone has requested the club to sign Romero to reorganize the defense" and that "Atletico has placed players such as Robin Le Normand and Clement Lenglet on the release list to facilitate Romero's transfer."

Meanwhile, Real Madrid is pushing to sign a new central defender due to the aging of David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger. Additionally, Romero is reportedly feeling attracted to a move to the Spanish league.

Tottenham fans' sentiment has deteriorated to its worst. With the team's symbol Son Heung-min followed by the defensive leader Romero now caught in transfer rumors, criticism is mounting. 'The Cut Offside' warned that "Tottenham's precarious league position will work to their disadvantage in negotiations" and that "clubs may attempt to lower the transfer fee by exploiting Tottenham's situation, which remains in the relegation zone."

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