Manchester United have been given the green light to sign Cristian Romero from Tottenham in a deal worth £100m, according to AS and Sport. The transfer is set to be completed in the coming days, with Romero’s move to Old Trafford expected to be confirmed imminently.
The deal has been in the works for several weeks, with United manager Erik ten Hag eager to strengthen his defence. Romero, who has impressed for Tottenham since his arrival in 2021, is set to become one of the most expensive signings in United’s history.
Key Moments
Romero’s move to United is a significant coup for the club, who have been looking to bolster their defence all summer. The 27-year-old has established himself as one of the top centre-backs in the Premier League, and his arrival is expected to provide a major boost to United’s title hopes.
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Tottenham manager Antonio Conte has confirmed that Romero will leave the club this summer, stating that the defender has asked to join United. Conte has praised Romero’s commitment and dedication, but has accepted that the player’s desire to leave is clear.
United are expected to announce Romero’s signing in the coming days, with the defender set to undergo a medical and sign a long-term contract. The deal is a major statement of intent from United, who are looking to challenge for the Premier League title this season.
Up Next
United travel to Leicester City on Saturday, looking to bounce back from their 4-0 defeat to Brighton last weekend. The Foxes will be looking to cause an upset, but United’s signing of Romero is a significant boost to their title hopes.
References
- AS
- Sport
