Tottenham Appoints Cristian Romero New Captain After Son Departure

Tottenham Hotspur has named Cristian Romero as their new club captain following the departure of Son Heung-min to Los Angeles FC. Head coach Thomas Frank praised Romero's leadership qualities, emphasizing his influence both on and off the pitch, and highlighted his importance in driving the team forward. Romero, a World Cup winner and two-time Copa América champion, was previously a vice-captain and has been a key figure in Spurs' defense since joining from Atalanta in 2021. Frank also plans to establish a broader leadership group within the squad to support the captain and coaching staff, with the final group to be named after the transfer window closes. Romero will lead the team in their UEFA Super Cup match against Paris Saint-Germain and throughout the upcoming season. His appointment marks a significant transition for Tottenham as they look to build on their recent Europa League success and maintain strong leadership under Frank's management.