Real Madrid Target Cristian Romero in £60m Summer Move

Real Madrid are eyeing Tottenham’s Cristian Romero as Xabi Alonso pushes for a top-tier centre-back. The 27-year-old, under contract until 2027, could be sold for over £60 million. Madrid also consider Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konate and Bayer Leverkusen’s Piero Hincapie, but Romero, a Copa America and World Cup winner, is a key target.

During the summer transfer window of 2025, Real Madrid has set their sights on Tottenham Hotspur's Cristian Romero, as new manager Xabi Alonso pushes for immediate defensive reinforcements. Following a disappointing season under Carlo Ancelotti, which saw Madrid miss out on La Liga, Champions League, and Copa del Rey glory, Alonso has taken charge and is rebuilding with urgency. The Spanish giants have already signed Dean Huijsen, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Franco Mastantuono, but are eager to add another top-tier centre-back.

Romero, who helped Tottenham win the Europa League in 2024–25 and was praised as “world-class” by teammate Micky van de Ven, is under contract until 2027. However, reports suggest he is open to leaving and would welcome a move to La Liga. Madrid are reportedly willing to meet Tottenham’s asking price, which exceeds £60 million.

Alongside Romero, Madrid are also tracking Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate and Bayer Leverkusen's Piero Hincapie. Alonso has dismissed Raul Asencio from his plans and requested a central defender capable of leading from the start. With Atlético Madrid also interested in Romero, a bidding war could emerge for the Argentine star, who is also a Copa America and World Cup winner with Argentina.