Cristian Romero Suffers Knee Injury, Set to Miss Remainder of Season
Cristian Romero was visibly upset as he left the pitch due to injury during the match against Sunderland on April 12, where Tottenham Hotspur suffered a 1-0 defeat.
At that time, reports indicated that the Spurs captain could be sidelined for five to eight weeks after scans revealed ligament damage. Fortunately, he avoided knee surgery, preserving his hopes to represent Argentina in the upcoming World Cup. However, it was clear that Romero would miss the rest of the season, impacting Spurs’ chances of survival.
Recently, it was announced that the 27-year-old has been included in Argentina’s preliminary squad for the 2026 World Cup. Romero is expected to be a key player for Argentina, having played an essential role in their 2022 World Cup victory alongside veteran Nicolas Otamendi.
This selection for the preliminary squad suggests that manager Lionel Scaloni, along with his coaching staff and Argentina’s medical team, are optimistic about Romero’s recovery ahead of the tournament, scheduled to begin on June 12. There has now been an update on Romero’s rehabilitation progress.
Romero Engages Kinesiologist for Recovery Ahead of World Cup
Initially, Romero planned to return to Argentina to continue his rehab at the national team’s training center in Ezeiza. However, due to Tottenham’s relegation battle, he has opted to remain close to his teammates and continue his rehabilitation efforts.