Inter Sporting Director Confirms Interest in 50 Million Euro Defender

Inter Milan's Sporting Director, Piero Ausilio, has officially confirmed the club's interest in Tottenham captain Cristian Romero. In an interview with "Sky Italia," Ausilio revealed that the Nerazzurri are actively working to bring the 28-year-old Argentine to San Siro. "This is definitely a deal we are trying to make happen with both the player and the club. These things take time, but the interest is certainly there," stated the Milanese giant's executive.

Romero, who is under contract with the London club until 2029, endured a challenging Premier League season, with Tottenham finishing a disappointing 17th and barely retaining their top-flight status. Despite this, the central defender remains highly valued, having made 124 appearances and scored 12 goals in the league over five seasons with the Spurs. The Argentine international, a 2026 World Cup runner-up with 58 caps for the Albiceleste, has expressed a desire to return to Serie A, where he previously shone for Genoa and Atalanta.

The primary hurdle for the transfer remains the financial framework, as Tottenham is reportedly demanding around 50 million euros. Inter is exploring a loan deal with an obligatory purchase clause – a model similar to how Manuel Akanji arrived at the Giuseppe Meazza. Despite the financial complexities, the Italian champions' management, led by Cristian Chivu, sees Romero as the ideal defensive cornerstone for the upcoming season, in which Inter will defend their title after securing 87 points in the previous campaign.