Bid submitted: Real Madrid table €100m offer to snap up Tottenham star with immediate effect

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is reportedly attempting to address the club’s difficult campaign by submitting a substantial offer for a leading defender in hopes of revitalising the team. Cristian Romero has been one of Tottenham’s standout performers, making him an appealing option for Los Blancos as they continue to struggle for consistency.

The Spanish giants suffered a 4–2 defeat to Benfica in the Champions League on Tuesday night, with caretaker coach Alvaro Arbeloa unable to make a significant impact following Xabi Alonso’s departure.

Despite the reported interest, Tottenham are unlikely to part ways with Romero midway through the season, even for a sizeable fee. The defender remains a key figure in Thomas Frank’s squad, and his departure at this stage would leave a major gap in the team.

However, a fee in the region of €100 million could provide Spurs with significant funds to reshape their squad. With several areas needing improvement and limited time remaining in the transfer window, completing such a deal appears difficult. Meanwhile, Madrid’s defensive issues remain evident, contributing to what has been a challenging season at the Bernabeu.