Manchester United could sign Romero's Argentine partner for 60 million! Two certainties remain questionable, season-ending injury but can still play in the World Cup.

The injury status of Cristian Romero, along with his potential transfer this summer, has quickly become one of Tottenham's most discussed topics. This 27-year-old Argentine international is the defensive backbone of the team, but he sustained a serious knee injury against Sunderland, departing tearfully, and will miss at least five weeks, ending his season early. However, Romero is still expected to participate in the upcoming summer's USA-Canada-Mexico World Cup, though some doubts remain.

Romero's injury not only weakens Tottenham's on-field strength but also complicates off-field decisions. "Inside Offside" reports that Tottenham, fighting to avoid relegation, is more likely to drop into the Championship after losing Romero, facing subsequent financial pressures, making Romero's future far less certain than before.

Tottenham needs to make decisions regarding Romero, considering the club's future direction. Keeping Romero means retaining the defensive core and a seasoned leader in the dressing room; selling him could release significant funds for rebuilding the team and starting a new chapter.

Therefore, Romero could indeed be sold this summer. Although this injury sidelines him long-term, Romero has appeared 23 times in the Premier League this season, and his injuries are fewer than those of his national teammate Lisandro Martínez.

Romero's proactive style and courageous attitude are recognized, and he is considered one of the top center-backs in the Premier League. His contract runs until 2029, yet Tottenham's management is reportedly open to offers, valuing Romero between 60 and 65 million euros (53 to 57 million pounds). If Tottenham relegates, Romero's price could drop further.

When joining Tottenham from Atalanta in Serie A in 2022, Romero's transfer fee was already 40 million pounds. Romero's father Victor revealed details of his son's contract, mentioning a release clause. "His contract still has two years, with a very high release clause. Tottenham won't let him leave easily; the transfer fee would be around 53 million pounds."

La Liga's Atlético Madrid is one of the clubs most closely linked with Romero; reportedly, manager Diego Simeone sees Romero as the perfect defensive leader for his system. Real Madrid is also closely monitoring his development, as their defenders Militao and Rudiger are often injured, requiring reinforcement. Another top club, Barcelona, is also believed to be interested in Romero.

Regarding his future, Romero has publicly stated his desire to play in La Liga. "La Liga is the only top league I haven't played in. Honestly, I really want to play there, as it's a missing piece in my career."

Premier League clubs like Manchester United, Crystal Palace, and Newcastle United are also considered potential suitors for Romero. It's well-known that Manchester United's Maguire is 33, and Lisandro and De Ligt frequently suffer long-term injuries. Romero's extensive Premier League experience makes him an attractive option if he indeed transfers.

Of course, Romero's tenure at Tottenham hasn't been smooth. His aggressive playing style carries risks, leading to injuries; moreover, during his time at Tottenham, he accumulated 36 yellow cards and 4 red cards. This season, his disciplinary record has been particularly problematic, with multiple suspensions due to yellows and reds, sometimes leaving Tottenham short-handed at critical moments.

Additionally, Romero criticized Tottenham's club hierarchy, accusing them of staying silent during difficult times, only appearing when things go well and speaking lies.

Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe inevitably worries about signing a "troublemaker," having dealt with Garnacho, Sancho, and Antony. Another center-back rumored to interest United is Sporting CP's Ousmane Diomande; Portuguese newspaper "Ball" reports United, Newcastle, and Crystal Palace will compete for this 22-year-old defender. Diomande's release clause is 80 million euros (69 million pounds), but the actual sale price might be only 50 million euros (43 million pounds).