Cristian Romero’s future continues to be the subject of much speculation as the Tottenham captain nears an exit from N17.Over the past 48 hours, Spurs Web has relayed multiple reports suggesting that Atletico Madrid are now in pole position to secure Romero’s services.However, several sources claimed over the weekend that Arsenal are not giving up on their pursuit of Romero, as the Gunners look to bolster their options at centre-back.The Sun even claimed that the Spurs star is open to a move to the Emirates Stadium, although Tottenham are refusing to entertain the idea of selling to their fierce rivals.Credit: @thefrederikkejensen / InstagramArsenal remain keen on Tottenham’s Cristian Romero, but Atletico Madrid are favouritesTyC Sports reporter Gaston Edul has now provided the latest on the Argentina international’s future.He confirms that Arsenal are indeed keen on Romero and that Inter have agreed a fee with Tottenham, although they are yet to agree personal terms with the centre-back.However, he adds that Atletico are ‘the most active’ in the race for Romero and are about to send an offer that matches the Nerazzurri’s accepted bid.Edul wrote on X: “Cuti Romero’s situation: Inter Milan has a deal with Tottenham but not yet with him. Atlético Madrid is about to make an offer that matches Inter Milan’s. The sales of Molina and Almada gave them room to be able to bid. Arsenal’s interest in Cuti Romero is real. The most active club is Atlético Madrid.”Situación de Cuti Romero:Inter de Milán tiene un arreglo con Tottenham pero no todavía con él.Atlético de Madrid está por hacer una oferta que iguale la de Inter de Milán. Las ventas de Molina y Almada le dieron espacio para poder ofertar.El interés de Arsenal por Cuti…— Gastón Edul (@gastonedul) August 7, 2026Barcelona could attempt to hijack the Romero dealThere has been another big twist in the race for the Argentine’s future over the last 24 hours, with Barcelona reigniting their interest in Romero after agreeing to sell Ronald Araujo to Liverpool.SportItalia reporter Gianluigi Longari has said that the Tottenham man’s camp is keeping Barca informed about the ongoing negotiations over his future.The journalist asserted that Romero hopes that the Catalan club will substantiate their interest soon, with Hansi Flick’s men currently focused on a deal for Man City star Rodri.READ MORE: Tottenham name Pape Sarr asking price as Aston Villa plot late moveThe post ‘Arsenal’s interest is real’ – Cristian Romero transfer update as Tottenham wait for bids appeared first on Spurs Web.