The battle for Tottenham's leader heats up! Arsenal and Atletico go head-to-head for star defender

London's Tottenham could be about to lose one of their key defensive assets.

Details: Arsenal's interest in Tottenham centre-back Cristian 'Cuti' Romero has been officially confirmed. The Gunners are testing the waters regarding a potential move for the Argentine, but at this stage, the most active club in the race for the player is Atletico Madrid.

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According to insider Gastón Edul, the Madrid club have made the most progress in negotiations. Spanish head coach Diego Simeone sees his fellow countryman as a top priority to strengthen the heart of his defense.

It's worth noting that the 28-year-old Argentine defender has been playing for Tottenham since 2021, and his current deal with the London club runs through the summer of 2029. According to Transfermarkt, the player's market value is estimated at €50 million.

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