Uncertainty at Tottenham has alerted Real Madrid over move for 27-year-old

Real Madrid’s summer planning is already underway, and reinforcing the heart of defense has emerged as a clear priority.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has surfaced as a leading candidate as Los Blancos evaluate options to refresh their back line ahead of next season.

At 27, Romero is entering what many consider the prime years for a central defender.

A World Cup winner with Argentina in 2022, he combines physical authority with ball-playing confidence...