Real Madrid want Tottenham star, but it comes with a £150 million price tag

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly set a staggering £150 million price tag on Argentine defender Cristian Romero, amid growing interest from Real Madrid. This big ask shows Spurs are set on keeping their star player, even though the transfer window has been pretty chill.

Romero, who joined Tottenham in the summer of 2021 from Atalanta, has quickly established himself as a cornerstone of the team's defense. Initially arriving on loan, his impactful performances led to a permanent transfer the following summer.

Since then, the 26-year-old has been instrumental in Tottenham's defensive line and has also enhanced his reputation on the international stage with Argentina, culminating in their World Cup triumph.

Real Madrid's interest in Romero is a testament to his rising status. The Spanish giants, who are in the midst of a defensive overhaul due to the advancing age of several key players, view Romero as an ideal addition to their squad.

His solid defensive capabilities and leadership qualities make him an attractive prospect for Los Blancos, who are looking to rejuvenate their backline.

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Real Madrid want Tottenham star, but it comes with a £150 million price tag

However, Tottenham's chairman, Daniel Levy, has made it clear that acquiring Romero will not come cheap. According to Paul O’Keefe from Last Word on Spurs, Levy has informed Real Madrid that they would need to meet the eye-watering £150 million asking price to secure Romero’s services.

The hefty price tag shows Tottenham's got the upper hand in negotiations. With three years left on Romero’s deal, Spurs are in a power position to call the shots and bump up the price for any interested clubs. If Real Madrid or anyone else wants to snap up the Argentine star, they’ll need to drop a record-breaking bid.

Even though Tottenham hasn’t been very active in the transfer market this summer—just bringing in teenage talents Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray—their stance on Romero shows they're serious about keeping their star players.