Tottenham captain Cristian Romero sparks fan fury by flying to Argentina before relegation decider
Cristian Romero, the captain of Tottenham Hotspur, has faced backlash from fans after traveling to Argentina before a crucial relegation match against Everton. Despite being injured, his absence from the game has raised concerns among supporters about the team's future. Romero's decision to attend a match for his boyhood club has strained his relationship with the Tottenham fanbase during a critical time for the club.
- ▪Cristian Romero is missing Tottenham's final game of the season due to a trip to Argentina.
- ▪Tottenham is in a relegation battle, sitting just two points above the relegation zone.
- ▪Romero was previously praised as a 'great captain' by manager Roberto De Zerbi.
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