Real Madrid are reportedly considering a bold 2025 transfer offer for Tottenham center-back Cristian Romero.
Romero joined Spurs permanently in 2022, following a season-long loan spell in North London from Serie A side Atalanta, and the Argentinian has become a real fans favourite.
Los Blancos have kept a close eye on his progress for club and country, with two Copa America titles and a FIFA World Cup won during his time in the Premier League.
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His current deal with Ange Postecoglu's team runs until 2027, but Real Madrid are open to a major bid next year, as they look to bring in a new defensive enforcer via Football Insider.
David Alaba's long-term injury has robbed Carlo Ancelotti of a key defensive option and the Austrian international turns 33 next year, as Antonio Rudiger turns 32.
Ancelotti is rumoured to be a big fan of Romero, with Arsenal's William Saliba also an option, but the former is rumoured to be a more realistic option, if Spurs fail to qualify for the Champions League again.
Spurs' ability to reach, and challenge for, major trophies will be key in their attempts to retain Romero in the long-term but they could demand in the region of £100m ($133m) to consider a sale.