Tottenham respond as Arsenal consider shock transfer for Spurs skipper Cristian Romero

Tottenham are reportedly willing to part with Cristian Romero before the summer transfer window shuts, and Arsenal have surfaced as an unexpected option for the defender, according to Mirror Football.

The report says Spurs are open to letting their captain leave as they consider changes at the back, while Arsenal's search for defensive reinforcements has led them to assess the Argentine international. A move between the two north London rivals would be a significant development, though it remains unclear whether the Gunners will follow up their interest with a formal approach.

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