Overview

• Tottenham unveiled Romero as club captain in an official social-media video moments before the Super Cup match against Paris Saint-Germain
• Manager Thomas Frank confirmed Romero’s promotion, praising his leadership qualities and influence both on and off the pitch
• Romero described the armband as an “incredible honor” in a social-media post that referenced the club’s May 21, 2025 trophy day and called for unity
• He succeeds Heung-min Son, who left Tottenham this summer to continue his career in Major League Soccer
• The announcement follows speculation linking Romero to Atlético de Madrid; he has reaffirmed his commitment to Tottenham