Spurs captain Romero back in England for final game
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- Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero has returned to London from Argentina for the team's final Premier League match against Everton.
- Romero was previously ruled out due to a knee injury but is now available for the crucial game.
- A win against Everton will secure Tottenham's Premier League survival, with a draw also likely sufficient due to a superior goal difference.
Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero has made a timely return to London from Argentina ahead of the club's decisive final Premier League fixture against Everton. The defender, who had been sidelined with a knee injury, is now available for selection in a match that will determine Spurs' top-flight status.
Romero's presence is a significant boost for Tottenham, as a victory at home would guarantee their survival in the Premier League. Even a draw is expected to be enough to secure safety, given their considerably better goal difference compared to relegation rivals West Ham United.
Earlier in the week, head coach Roberto De Zerbi acknowledged fan frustration over Romero's potential absence but stated he fully understood the decision for the player to continue his rehabilitation in Argentina. The club's medical staff had agreed to this plan, which was made while Romero was racing to be fit for the upcoming World Cup.
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