Barcelona’s links to possible targets get stronger as the season goes on and the summer transfer window gets closer.
What is clear at this moment is that the team will be looking for a new centre-forward and central defender.
The lack of an experienced defensive leader is one of the main distinctions between the club this season and the one from last. After all, Inigo Martinez’s departure left a hole that was never filled.
The club are therefore willing to sign a player with a fair amount of experience, and it currently seems that Cristian Romero, the captain of Tottenham Hotspur, is becoming a viable possibility.
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Mundo Deportivo reports that the Argentine defender has decided to leave Spurs at the end of the season, citing serious internal conflict as the main reason.
He was linked to a transfer to Atletico Madrid few months ago. However, Barcelona are already showing up on English media outlets as an appealing option.
Barcelona Have Long Been Linked With Romero
In actuality, the Catalans have already expressed interest in Romero, as they were frequently linked to him, especially during Lionel Messi’s time with the team.
The 27-year-old has featured in 20 Premier League games and 19 starts so far this season, and he has four goals and an assist—impressive stats for a defender.
He has managed four clean sheets while averaging more than 14 defensive actions and four ball recoveries per game.
Given that his contract expires in 2029, it is unclear if Barcelona will exert enough pressure to make the deal financially possible.
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