Tottenham is keeping a close eye on Cristian Romero’s fitness as they prepare for an important match against Bournemouth this week. The Argentine defender has been out for five games since November due to an ankle and toe injury, leaving a significant gap in Spurs’ defense. Sports injury specialist Dr.
Rajpal Brar has stated that Romero’s return depends on how he responds to training in the next few days. His ability to manage pain and regain confidence on the pitch will be essential in determining if he can play against Bournemouth. Even if he is cleared to play, it is unlikely that Romero will be able to complete the full 90 minutes, as he has been absent for a month. Manager Ange Postecoglou will need to carefully manage his return, given Romero’s key role in providing leadership and stability at the back. Dr. Brar spoke to Tottenham News, saying that Romero’s response to training, including his pain tolerance, movement, and confidence on the pitch, will be crucial. He added that playing the full 90 minutes is unlikely because Romero has been out for so long, and Postecoglou has indicated that Romero was not yet back in training, meaning he would need to train well in the coming days to be ready for the match.
Romero has been an important player for Spurs this season, featuring in 13 matches across all competitions. His contributions include a goal in a dominant 4-0 win over Everton in August. Beyond his performances on the field, Romero’s leadership as vice-captain has been vital in organizing and guiding Tottenham’s defense. Romero joined Spurs on loan from Atalanta in 2021, and his move was made permanent the following year. His leadership was recognized when he was named vice-captain last season, underlining his significance to the team.
Since his absence, Ben Davies and Radu Dragusin have stepped in to fill the void, but the team has noticeably missed Romero’s commanding presence and tactical insight. This became particularly clear in the 1-1 draw against Fulham, where Spurs struggled to maintain defensive solidity. As Tottenham aims to climb higher in the Premier League standings, Romero’s return to full fitness will be crucial to strengthening their defense.
