Cristian Romero

Cristian Romero

Defender
#17ArgentinaArgentina27 years old185 cm

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About Cristian Romero

Cristian Romero is an Argentine professional footballer born on April 27, 1998, in Córdoba, Argentina. He plays as a centre-back for Tottenham Hotspur and the Argentina national team. Romero began his career with Belgrano in Argentina before moving to Europe with Genoa in Italy. He had loan spells at Juventus and later Atalanta, where he impressed significantly during the 2020-21 season, helping the club reach the Champions League quarter-finals and earning the Serie A Defender of the Year award. His performances at Atalanta led to his transfer to Tottenham Hotspur in 2021, initially on loan before making the move permanent. Romero made his Argentina debut in 2021 and was part of the squad that won the 2021 Copa América, marking Argentina's first major tournament victory in 28 years. He was also a key player in Argentina's 2022 FIFA World Cup-winning campaign in Qatar. Known for his aerial ability, tackling, and ball-playing skills from defense, Romero has established himself as one of the top center-backs in both club and international football.

Career Timeline

2016career

Youth Career Start

Cristian Romero began his youth career at Belgrano in Argentina.

2016career

Senior Debut

Romero made his senior debut for Belgrano in the Argentine Primera División.

2017career

First International Cap

Romero earned his first cap for the Argentina national team.

2018transfer

Transfer to Genoa

Romero transferred to Genoa in Italy's Serie A, marking his move to European football.

2019transfer

Transfer to Juventus

Juventus signed Romero, though he was immediately loaned back to Genoa for the season.

2020transfer

Loan to Atalanta

Romero joined Atalanta on loan, where he became a key defender.

2021achievement

Serie A Best Defender

Romero was named Serie A Best Defender for his performances with Atalanta.

2021transfer

Transfer to Tottenham

Romero signed with Atalanta permanently and was then loaned to Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.

2021achievement

Copa América Winner

Romero won the Copa América with Argentina, his first major international trophy.

2022achievement

FIFA World Cup Winner

Romero was part of the Argentina squad that won the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

2022transfer

Permanent Move to Tottenham

Tottenham made Romero's transfer permanent after his successful loan spell.

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Player Details

Full NameCristian Romero
PositionDefender
NationalityArgentina
Date of Birth27 April 1998
Age27
Height185 cm
Shirt Number#17