Cristian Romero discusses the ‘wonderful surprise’ he received from Postecoglou.
Cristian Romero has revealed that he was not expecting to be named as a vice-captain by Ange Postecoglou, referring to the Australian’s decision as a ‘beautiful surprise’.
Romero is only in his third season at Tottenham, but he is now one of the club’s senior figures, with the Lilywhites assembling a young squad.
The 25-year-old was named as one of Son Heung-min’s two vice-captains, alongside new signing James Maddison, with The Athletic’s Charlie Eccleshare explaining last week that Postecoglou believes the leadership responsibilities will aid Romero’s development and maturity.
Cristian Romero discusses the ‘wonderful surprise’ he received from Postecoglou.
Cristian Romero was not expecting vice-captaincy
When asked about his appointment as Son’s deputy, Romero told The Evening Standard, “It was a beautiful surprise; I wasn’t expecting it.” I’m always grateful for the club’s and coach’s trust, and I strive to pass on my enthusiasm to my teammates.
“It’s a new role for me, and I’m learning, but I’ve had great examples of leadership from my [former] clubs and Argentina.” You’d have to ask the coach what he thinks of me, but I always give my all. I have several years left on my contract here, and I’m extremely satisfied.”
The former Atalanta man is now the captain of a new-look Tottenham backline that includes teenagers such as Micky van de Ven and Destiny Udogie, with the former Atalanta man admitting that the newcomers have pleased him.
“Destiny has surprised me,” he stated. But it’s not just him; Micky, [Manor] Solomon, Bissouma, and Vicario have all brought new enthusiasm, which we needed.”
“It’s a new role for me, and I’m learning, but I’ve had great examples of leadership from my [former] clubs and Argentina.” You’d have to ask the coach what he thinks of me, but I always give my all. I have several years left on my contract here, and I’m extremely satisfied.”
The former Atalanta man is now the captain of a new-look Tottenham backline that includes teenagers such as Micky van de Ven and Destiny Udogie, with the former Atalanta man admitting that the newcomers have pleased him.
“Destiny has surprised me,” he stated. But it’s not just him; Micky, [Manor] Solomon, Bissouma, and Vicario have all brought new enthusiasm, which we needed.”
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While Romero undoubtedly possesses leadership qualities, Ange’s decision to give him the vice-captaincy is a shrewd move politically.
Not only does it keep the centre-back happy and force him to show more maturity, but it also keeps the club’s Spanish contingent onside, with the 27-year-old clearly being quite influential in that group.
