Inter Milan have publicly confirmed that they are keen on acquiring Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero. According to reports, any agreement involving the Argentine centre‑back would be financially intricate for the Serie A champions, given the player’s long‑term contract and the premium attached to a defender of his calibre. In an interview with Sky Italy, Inter’s sporting director Piero Ausilio spoke about the ongoing negotiations, stating: "It is definitely a deal we are trying to sign with the player and the club [Tottenham].
These things take some time but there’s definitely interest. Let’s see." The comment underscored that while the club’s desire is clear, the finalisation of terms will require careful handling. Inter have identified central defence as a priority this summer, and Romero is at the top of their shortlist.
They are also monitoring the situation of former Manchester City stalwart John Stones, who will become a free agent after his contract expires. Stones has attracted interest from both Arsenal and Chelsea, meaning Inter could face competition for his signature as well.
Tottenham appear prepared to let Romero leave if a suitable offer materialises. The Argentine is currently tied to the club until 2029, but the Spurs’ hierarchy seems willing to entertain a sale, especially after a season that saw them narrowly avoid relegation. Romero missed the tail end of last season because of a knee injury and drew criticism from some fans when he was spotted watching his childhood side, Belgrano, play River Plate in the Argentine Primera División Apertura final instead of being at Tottenham’s decisive match against Everton. Nonetheless, he did travel to the final league game, where Spurs secured the points needed for survival.
During his five‑year spell at Tottenham, Romero has amassed 124 appearances, netted 12 goals and received four red cards in Premier League competition. His blend of physicality, aerial prowess and ball‑playing ability makes him an attractive prospect for a side that seeks to tighten its back line while still playing out from the back. Inter’s transfer agenda does not stop at centre‑back. The club are also eyeing a full‑back this window, with Tottenham’s own Djed Spence among the names being tracked.
Spence’s interest has reportedly waned slightly in recent weeks, but he remains on Inter’s radar alongside Monaco’s Vanderson and Feyenoord’s Givairo Read. Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has insisted that the club’s activity in the market is far from over. After a 2‑0 victory over Auckland on Sunday, De Zerbi told reporters, "It is not finished yet, our transfer market.
I think we can be happier at the end of this transfer market, because I spoke a lot to the owner, the board and they want to build a very strong team for this season but to make the base for the future to become great again." Spurs have already been busy, securing the services of Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Jan Paul van Hecke, Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, yet the Italian coach signalled that further additions are still on the agenda. Meanwhile, Juventus are revisiting their pursuit of Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario as an alternative to their primary target, Emi Martinez. Sky Italy reports that negotiations are underway to assess the conditions of a possible deal for Parma’s Zion Suzuki as well.
Although a valuation gap exists, insiders believe it is not substantial enough to derail the transfer at this stage. Vicario, who is expected to depart Spurs this summer, missed the club’s pre‑season tour due to a "minor injury". De Zerbi explained in a press conference, "Vicario is injured, not a big injury, but he needs to stay one week in London." The manager has also not yet spoken to Swedish midfielder Lucas Bergvall about his future, but he stressed that Tottenham must find a "new solution" for the player if he wishes to leave.
Bergvall is reportedly determined to move on, with interest from Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United, although Spurs have not made any overt attempts to retain him. De Zerbi made it clear that only players who are happy to be at Tottenham will feature in his plans for the upcoming season. When asked about speculation surrounding Bergvall, he replied, "I have not spoken with Lucas yet.
I will in the next days and we will make the best decision for the club, for Lucas, for me, for every one of us. Without problems, Lucas is a big, big talent. There will be a big competition to play because at the end, I think we will be two players for each position. If he wants to stay, I will be happy.
Otherwise, we have to find a new solution with Johan Lange, with Vinai. It's not my business after the decision to leave." The manager also gave an update on winger Mohammed Kudus, confirming that the player is "very close" to returning from a muscle injury that has kept him sidelined since early January.
"Kudus is very close," De Zerbi said. "I think when we come back to London he will be available to start working with us.
It's a great thing for us. Kudus is another important player." Further comments were made about Dejan Kulusevski, with De Zerbi noting that the club will need to evaluate his situation over the next few weeks. "Kulusevski, we have to see in the next couple of weeks.
He's another important player. After one season, one complete season, without a game, we have to analyse better and better, don't take risks, first of all for him and then for us," the coach added. In summary, Inter Milan are actively pursuing Cristian Romero, while also monitoring full‑back options, and Tottenham’s transfer strategy remains fluid as the club balances squad reinforcement with potential departures.
The upcoming weeks will likely reveal how these negotiations unfold and which players ultimately switch allegiances in the summer market.