Atletico Madrid are keen to explore moves for Tottenham’s defensive duo Cristian Romero and Pedro Porro ahead of the summer window.
According to Fichajes, Tottenham defensive duo Cristian Romero and Pedro Porro are targets for Atletico Madrid ahead of the summer window. Diego Simeone is planning massive tactical changes, and the Spurs stars could fit into those plans in a big way, but any move will require heavy financial commitments.
Atletico Madrid fans feel their team has regressed somewhat under the leadership of Diego Simeone amid rumours the Argentine could consider his future. On the other hand, the long-serving Atletico Madrid boss is already planning for next season and eyes a major tactical shift with his team.
Simeone wants to solidify the defence in a big way, as he plans to bring in a few key additions, with Tottenham duo Cristian Romero and Pedro Porro now linked with a move. Signing the two Spurs players will require a massive financial commitment from Atletico Madrid, something the report states the club are prepared to invest.
Romero is reportedly ready to leave Tottenham after some recent problems, as well as his under-fire disciplinary issues. He was heavily linked with a move to Atletico Madrid last summer before penning a new contract and taking over the captain’s armband at Tottenham.
The report states the market value for the Argentine defender is around the €60 million mark, but Spurs could demand significantly more to let him leave. Whether Atletico Madrid are prepared to pay over the odds for Romero remains to be seen, especially considering Simeone sees him as a key addition to his plans.
Is Pedro Porro a possibility for Atletico Madrid?
The current plight at Tottenham, who are treading around the relegation zone, could be a big problem for the club, considering many of their key names will seek exits. Porro, who was reportedly set for contract talks earlier, could be tempted by the interest from Atletico Madrid.
Simeone wants the Spaniard to come in and free up Marcos Alonso to play in midfield, as Porro could be an astute addition to this Atletico Madrid side. Considering Spurs themselves invested heavily in signing the right-back, they are in a strong position to demand a big fee to sell him.
