Manchester United are eyeing a surprise move to make a bid for Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero.
The defender offered an apology to his teammates after receiving a red card at Old Trafford last season.
Speculation has swirled around Romero, who has been linked with a move away from Spurs this summer.
Spanish clubs Barcelona and Atletico are said to be interested in the transfer, per Manchester Evening News.
But media reports at home suggest Man United could potentially be the dark horse and are ‘preparing an offer’ for the centre-back, the magazine added, citing an Argentinian sports journalist, Gastón Edul.
United boss Michael Carrick is on a mission to revamp his squad ahead of the new season after taking charge.
United are warming up to return to the Champions League during 2026/27.
A move, if it comes to fruition, would link a pair with Argentina team-mate Lisandro Martinez.
Both players have been on the roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is just around the corner.
If Romero does end up signing for Man Utd, he will be hoping not to bring back the bad old days of his last season.
For the uninitiated, in February the 28-year-old was shown a red card in the 29th minute of the game for a challenge on Casemiro.
The Reds took advantage of the extra man, scoring goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Bruno Fernandes, and won the match 2-0.
