Overview

• Tottenham host Villarreal in their Champions League group-stage opener, with Romero speaking in a pre-match press conference alongside Thomas Frank.
• Romero said he believes he has a “bad reputation” and defended his Argentina-honed defensive style, stressing he holds no grudge against opponents.
• He denied ever expressing a desire to leave Tottenham despite summer links to Atlético Madrid.
• He praised Frank’s impact and said the coach made the call to renew his deal, adding that he feels very happy at the club.
• He highlighted the matchup with compatriot and former Spurs defender Juan Foyth, as Tottenham enter the tie sitting third in the Premier League at 3–1.