Tottenham Hotspur player, Pedro Porro has recently lauded his teammate Cristian Romero as the best centre-back in the world. This praise came following Tottenham’s victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday.
Romero had faced a significant amount of criticism during the latter part of last season. The Argentine player struggled for consistency after returning from the World Cup, which led to doubts about his performance and capabilities.
However, since Ange Postecoglou took over as manager last summer and appointed him vice-captain, Romero's performance has seen a dramatic improvement. The centre-back has been near flawless, emerging as a leader within Spurs' young backline.
Crystal Palace game display was a perfect example of Romero's dominance
On Saturday, 25-year-old Romero delivered another solid display at the back alongside Micky van de Ven. He also made an impact at the other end of the pitch by getting on target with a looped James Maddison cross to put Tottenham 2-1 up in the 80th minute.
Romero celebrated passionately with supporters in South Stand after helping his side complete their comeback in the Crystal Palace match. His celebration included kissing the Tottenham badge - an act that further endeared him to fans and teammates alike.
Cristian Romero and Pedro Porro are best friends both on and off the field
Pedro Porro is one such teammate who is clearly impressed by Romero's performances. Despite missing Saturday’s game due to injury, he took time out to express admiration for his fellow player via social media platform Instagram.
Porro posted a picture of himself hugging Romero after their win against Crystal Palace with an accompanying caption describing him as ‘the best centre-back in the world’. This high praise from within Spurs' ranks not only highlights how much respect there is for Romero among his peers but also underscores how integral he has become to Tottenham's defensive line.
Cristian Romero's journey from struggling player to vice-captain and 'world's best centre-back' is a testament to his resilience, hard work, and talent. His performances have not only won games for Tottenham but also the hearts of fans and teammates alike. As Pedro Porro’s comments suggest, Romero is indeed a force to be reckoned with in the world of football.
