Cristian Romero Launches Scathing Attack on Tottenham Leadership
Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero has unleashed a fresh tirade against the club's hierarchy, branding their lack of squad depth as a 'disgrace' in a fiery social media post. The outburst came just minutes after the January transfer window closed, highlighting ongoing tensions within the North London side.
Injury Woes Expose Spurs' Thin Roster
Romero, 27, was forced off at half-time during Tottenham's dramatic 2-2 draw with Manchester City on Sunday due to illness. With manager Thomas Frank's options severely limited, the Argentine defender's absence underscored the team's injury crisis. Frank had only one recognised centre-back on the bench—17-year-old Junai Byfield—and opted to bring on midfielder Pape Matar Sarr instead, reshuffling the setup mid-match.
In his post, shared 43 minutes after the transfer deadline, Romero praised his teammates' 'incredible' effort but lamented the situation, stating: 'I wanted to be available to help them even though I wasn't feeling well, especially since we only had 11 players available - unbelievable but true and disgraceful.' He vowed that the squad would continue working hard to turn things around, thanking fans for their unwavering support.
Transfer Window Adds to Frustration
Tottenham's activity in the January window did little to alleviate concerns, with the club securing only one signing: Hearts striker James Wilson on loan. This comes amid a lengthy injury list that includes key players such as:
- Pedro Porro
- Micky van de Ven
- Ben Davies
- Rodrigo Bentancur
- James Maddison
- Richarlison
The sparse reinforcements have left the squad stretched thin, fueling Romero's frustration and public criticism.
History of Controversial Comments
This is not the first time Romero has publicly criticised Tottenham's leadership. Less than four weeks ago, following a 3-2 loss to Bournemouth, he took to Instagram to claim that 'other people' should be speaking out, accusing them of only appearing 'when things are going well, to tell a few lies.' He later edited the post but reiterated his stance, emphasising the need for unity and hard work during difficult times.
Club Response and Captaincy Status
Manager Thomas Frank and co-sporting director Johan Lange addressed Romero's latest comments internally. Frank confirmed that Romero would not be stripped of the captaincy nor fined, stating: 'He is our captain, he's not been fined. That's an internal thing, but we haven't done that. We've chose to have a good conversation with him, understand where he stands, handle it internally.' This approach suggests the club is aiming to manage the situation diplomatically without escalating tensions.
The ongoing saga raises questions about Tottenham's squad management and internal dynamics as they navigate a challenging season. With Romero's leadership under scrutiny, fans and pundits alike will be watching closely to see how the club addresses these issues moving forward.
