Cristian Romero Forced Off With Ankle Injury During Argentina’s Win Over Peru
Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero was forced off with an ankle injury during Argentina’s win over Peru on Tuesday evening. The 25-year-old suffered the injury following a challenge from Peru striker Paolo Guerrero within the first two minutes of the game.
Romero showed initial signs of discomfort but was able to complete the remainder of the opening 45 minutes. Medical staff iced Romero’s injury at half time but the Tottenham defender was replaced in the 49th minute after he asked to be substituted. Romero is now due to return to London where Tottenham will asses the extent of his injury.
Argentina, meanwhile, ran out 2-0 winners with two goals and another sublime performance from Lionel Messi.
Tottenham to Assess Extent of Injury
Tottenham will also assess the fitness of Son Heung-min after he played 90 minutes in South Korea’s friendly against Vietnam on Tuesday despite suffering from a groin problem. The Spurs captain was clearly grimacing in the closing stages of the second half but admitted after the game that he was intent on playing in front of South Korea’s fans in Suwon.
South Korea manager and former Spurs striker Jurgen Klinsmann insists that Son did not aggravate his injury in the 6-0 win over Vietnam. Spurs play Fulham in the next Premier League fixture on Monday.
Romero Establishes Himself as Key Figure for Argentina
Cristian Romero has established himself as a key figure for Argentina since his move to Tottenham Hotspur in 2020. The 25-year-old has been a regular starter for both club and country, and has become an integral part of both sides’ defensive units.
Romero has made 18 appearances for Tottenham this season, and has been a key figure in their impressive defensive record. He has also been a regular starter for Argentina, making 11 appearances for La Albiceleste since his debut in 2019.
Romero’s injury is a major blow for both Tottenham and Argentina, and it remains to be seen how long he will be out for. Tottenham will assess the extent of his injury when he returns to London, and will be hoping that it is not too serious.
Conclusion
Cristian Romero was forced off with an ankle injury during Argentina’s win over Peru on Tuesday evening. The 25-year-old is now due to return to London where Tottenham will assess the extent of his injury.
Romero has established himself as a key figure for both Tottenham and Argentina since his move to Spurs in 2020, and his injury is a major blow for both sides. It remains to be seen how long he will be out for, but Tottenham will be hoping that it is not too serious.