Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero is reportedly ready to force a dramatic exit from the club this summer if they decide to retain manager Thomas Frank.
Romero's Ultimatum to Tottenham Hierarchy
According to a bombshell report from Spanish outlet Fichajes, the Argentine World Cup winner will hand in a formal transfer request at the end of the season if Frank's position as head coach is guaranteed. Romero is said to be deeply unsatisfied with the club's current trajectory under the Danish manager, who took over from Ange Postecoglou.
The North London side are languishing in 14th place in the Premier League, a stark eight points adrift of the top four and European qualification. This poor form, following a 17th-place finish last season that cost Postecoglou his job, has prompted Romero to consider his future.
Demands for Investment and Social Media Outburst
The report further claims the defender is demanding significant investment from the club's ownership to build a squad capable of challenging for the Premier League title. Romero, who joined from Atalanta in 2021, has been a cornerstone of the team, making over 140 appearances and helping the club win the Europa League last season to end a 41-year wait for a European trophy.
His frustration boiled over publicly after a demoralising 3-2 defeat to Bournemouth on Thursday. In an emotional since-edited social media post, Romero appeared to criticise the club's leadership, stating: "At times like this, it should be other people coming out to speak, but they don't - as has been happening for several years now. They only show up when things are going well."
What Happens Next for Spurs and Their Captain?
Despite his discontent, Romero remains a key player for Frank, having featured in 22 matches across all competitions this season, including 17 in the league. He is under contract at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium until 2029 and has previously been linked with a move to Real Madrid.
This ultimatum places the Tottenham board in a difficult position. They must now decide whether to back their current manager, Thomas Frank, and risk losing their club captain and defensive leader, or initiate another managerial change in pursuit of stability and to retain their star player.
