Inter Milan are accelerating their pursuit of Cristian Romero, with the Italian champions preparing an official bid to bring the Argentine defender back to Serie A. The 28-year-old has signalled his willingness to leave Tottenham Hotspur after five years away from Italy, creating momentum in negotiations that could reshape Inter's defensive lineup ahead of the new season.
Romero departed Atalanta in 2019 to join Spurs, where he has established himself as one of the Premier League's most commanding centre-backs. His performances have made him a cornerstone of Tottenham's backline and earned him recognition on the international stage, including Argentina's run to the 2026 World Cup final. The defender views a return to Serie A with Inter as the natural progression in his career, giving the Italian club considerable leverage in talks with the north London club.
Inter's Offer Takes Shape
According to Sportmediaset, Inter's sporting director Piero Ausilio is preparing a structured proposal: a loan deal with an obligation to buy, totalling approximately €40 million. This approach represents a compromise after Tottenham's initial asking price of €50 million, a figure that reflected the defender's status as club captain. However, Romero's explicit desire to join Inter has shifted the dynamics considerably in the Italian side's favour.
Tottenham's recent recruitment—including signings of Jan Paul van Hecke and Marcos Senesi—has provided the club with defensive depth that makes Romero's departure more palatable from a squad-building perspective. The Spurs hierarchy has become more flexible in their valuation, recognising both the player's preference and their strengthened defensive options. Negotiations between the two clubs are expected to intensify over the coming days, with both parties working towards a resolution before the transfer window closes.
Personal Terms Not Expected to Stall Deal
Personal terms with Romero himself appear straightforward. His representatives have expressed positive signals regarding a move to the San Siro, suggesting that finalising a contract agreement should proceed without significant obstacles. Inter's management now focus entirely on closing the gap between their €40 million proposal and Tottenham's demands, a task made considerably easier by the player's clear preference and the Londoners' improved defensive stock.
The Argentine's arrival would represent a statement signing for Inter, bolstering their defensive credentials as they pursue both domestic and European honours in the seasons ahead.
