Atletico Madrid are planning to raid Tottenham Hotspur to sign Rodrigo Bentancur amid their pursuit of Cristian Romero next summer. The Spanish giant have highlighted two Spurs players as part of their summer recruitment plan under their manager Diogo Simeone.
Meanwhile, the Lilywhites are still battling for a potential Europa League success, which could drastically change their summer transfer window. The potential Europa League triumph would not only end their trophy drought but also secure next season’s Champions League competition.
The Champions League qualification also provides a massive financial boost to the club and a chance to quickly bounce back. There is also a question of Ange Postecoglou’s future at the club, and that also depends on the Europa League.
Spurs cannot afford continuous instability in their hierarchy and their squad, or else they risk the repeat of this season. The Lilywhites are currently 15th in the Premier League table after enduring a disastrous campaign riddled with an injury crisis.
Nevertheless, they cannot negate the inconsistencies and regression in performance among some key first-team players who need swift replacement soon. According to Mirror, Atletico want both Bentancur and Romero from Tottenham during the summer transfer window to bolster their squad.
Both Bentancur and Romero are key first-team players at the club, but Romero has struggled with both injuries and inconsistencies. Romero has only played 22 games for Spurs in all competitions this season, scoring one goal in his injury-ridden campaign.
The reported £45 million offer for Romero is a good offer, as he has two years remaining in his contract. Meanwhile, Bentancur has made 37 appearances for the Lilywhites in all competitions with two goals and an assist this season.
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According to Transfermarkt, the Uruguayan international has a current market value of £25.7m (€30.00m), but Spurs could potentially demand more. Plenty of decision-making will depend on the manager in charge, as Postecoglou’s future remains uncertain after the poor season.