London, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Atletico boss Simeone defends Spurs star Romero

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Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone said he is a "big fan" of Cristian Romero as he defended the under-fire Tottenham captain ahead of Wednesday's Champions League last-16 second leg clash. Simeone was linked with a move for Romero last year, but the Argentine centre-back eventually signed a new contract keeping him at Tottenham until 2029. Despite the new deal, Romero has been a lightning rod for controversy this season. He has been sent off t......

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