Tottenham are negotiating Cristian Romero’s sale to Atlético Madrid, while Micky van de Ven is expected to commit to a new five-year contract. The moves would reshape Spurs’ defence after a difficult previous season, with the club refusing to sell Romero to Arsenal despite their interest.

Atlético are reportedly willing to match Inter’s proposed £35m fee for the 28-year-old Romero, who prefers a move to Diego Simeone’s side, although departures may be needed before a deal is completed. Tottenham have spent more than £200m on six signings this summer, including defenders Jan Paul van Hecke and Marcos Senesi, and new manager Roberto De Zerbi has helped persuade Van de Ven to stay.