Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has confirmed his departure from the club, with a move to Atletico Madrid imminent. The transfer is reportedly worth around £34.2m (€40m), with Spurs retaining a 15 per cent sell-on clause.

In an Instagram post, Romero expressed his gratitude to the club and fans, stating he fulfilled his dream of leaving his mark as captain by ending Spurs' 17-year trophy drought. He reflected on his five seasons at the club, cherishing the memories and achievements, while acknowledging the journey wasn't always perfect.

Atletico Madrid has long been interested in the Argentina international. Other clubs like Inter Milan and Arsenal were also linked, but Spurs were reluctant to sell to a Premier League rival. Romero's contract was set to expire in 2029. His exit, alongside the arrivals of Jan Paul van Hecke and Marcos Senesi, signals a new era for the team.