Cristian Romero joins Atletico and bids farewell to Tottenham: "This was my home"

Cristian Romero has passed his medical examinations and signed a five-year contract with Atletico Madrid. The Argentina international defender was acquired from Tottenham for 40 million euros, and on Friday evening, he released an official farewell message to the Spurs after five years at the club, where he recently served as captain.

"Today I say goodbye to a place that, for five seasons, was much more than a club. It was my home, my challenge and the place where my family and I built such an important part of our lives. I leave with a heart full of memories and with immense pride for everything we experienced and achieved together."

Reflecting on his time at the club, Romero noted:

"When I arrived, I had a clear dream: to leave my name in the history of this club. I knew that the only way to do this was through hard work, sacrifice and achieving something that for so long seemed so difficult: to lift a trophy again. And we did it."

He emphasized his focus on the positive aspects of his tenure:

"The path was not perfect, but I do not want that to define my farewell. I choose to remember the happy moments, the lessons, the people who stood by my side, and above all the love I received during these five years. Thank you to everyone at the club who shared this journey with me. To the coaches, teammates, staff and everyone who works behind the scenes. You are all part of my story and you all have a place in my heart."

Addressing the fans, he added:

"Thank you for loving me, respecting me and making me feel like one of you from the first moment. Thank you for every hug, every song, every flag, every round of applause and for always being there. I know I was not perfect, but one thing gives me peace: I always gave everything. I defended this shirt with pride and with all my heart. I am leaving the club, but a part of my heart will always remain here. Once I was one of you. Today I leave as one of you forever. With all my love and respect. Thank you for everything, and goodbye."