De Zerbi Defends Romero’s Argentina Trip
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- Roberto De Zerbi said not all leaders are the same after being quizzed on Cristian Romero's decision to fly to Argentina instead of attending the crucial Everton match.
- Cristian Romero has been sidelined with a knee injury since April and was ruled out for the season, yet he travelled to Argentina to watch Belgrano's title decider against River Plate.
- Tottenham Hotspur sit 17th in the Premier League, two points ahead of West Ham on goal difference, and must beat Everton on Sunday to secure survival.
- Micky van de Ven argued that despite a 2-1 loss to Chelsea, Spurs have shown enough quality to survive and need three points against Everton.
- Nuno Espirito Santo urged West Ham players to ignore Tottenham match updates and focus on their own game against Leeds.
- Cristian Romero signed a new contract last August that runs until 2029, despite speculation about a possible transfer.
- Roberto De Zerbi emphasized that his focus is on other players such as Djed Spence, Kolo Muani and Richarlison, and that he will not speculate on Romero's future.
Why it matters: Tottenham’s survival hinges on a win over Everton, so De Zerbi’s stance protects squad morale and underscores the club’s reliance on other key players while fans risk alienating a captain who is already out for the season and could affect future transfer negotiations.
