Tottenham Hotspur’s injury troubles deepen as vice-captain and star defender Cristian Romero is set to be sidelined for six weeks due to a muscle injury.
This update, confirmed by Argentine journalist Gastón Edul on X, comes as another blow to Spurs’ already challenging Premier League season.
Romero had recently returned from previous injuries to play against Chelsea but was forced off the field just 15 minutes into the game last Sunday. Replaced by Radu Dragusin, his early exit disrupted Tottenham’s defensive setup in the eventual 4-3 defeat.
Gaston Edul: Cristian Romero out for 6 weeks
According to Edul, while Romero has fully recovered from his earlier foot and toe injuries, this new setback will extend his time away from the squad. The Argentine defender has already missed six games this season, and his extended absence further strains Spurs’ defence.
He shared the following update on X:
“Cuti Romero has a muscle injury, not in his foot. He has recovered from that injury. He will be out for six weeks.”
Cuti Romero tiene una lesión muscular, no fue en el pie. Está curado de esa lesión.
Va a ser baja por seis semanas.— Gastón Edul (@gastonedul) December 9, 2024
Since arriving at Tottenham in 2021 on loan from Atalanta, Romero has been a vital part of the team. His impressive performances led to a permanent transfer, securing him a contract until 2027.
Known for his aggressive defensive style and leadership, Romero has been a cornerstone under manager Ange Postecoglou, starting all 12 of his Premier League appearances this season prior to his recent injuries.
Last season, Romero showed his value on both ends of the pitch, scoring five goals in 33 games—the highest tally for a defender in the league.
The defensive woes for Tottenham don’t end there. Romero’s centre-back partner, Micky van de Ven, also exited the Chelsea match with a hamstring problem. Although the Dutch defender’s recovery timeline suggests he may return quite sooner than Romero, his absence compounds the challenges for Postecoglou’s side.
Currently sitting 11th in the league table, Spurs face an uphill battle to stabilize their defence and rediscover form. Fans will be hoping for the swift return of both Romero and Van de Ven to help revive their Premier League campaign.
