Cristian Romero Withdraws from Spurs Starting XI After Warm-Up
Tottenham Hotspur made a significant adjustment to their starting lineup ahead of the Premier League match against Aston Villa. Cristian Romero, the team’s captain, withdrew from the starting XI shortly after the warm-up. Kevin Danso took his place in the lineup.
Cristian Romero’s Status
Romero has been a key player for Spurs, playing the full 90 minutes in each of the team’s seven matches this season. His consistent performance has impressed under the guidance of head coach Thomas Frank. Prior to this match, Romero played for the Argentina national team in a friendly against Venezuela but did not feature in the subsequent game against Puerto Rico.
Defensive Adjustments
In Romero’s absence, Micky van de Ven will assume captaincy for the match. Additionally, Djed Spence replaced Destiny Udogie, who has been slowed by a minor knee irritation. Frank provided updates on Udogie’s condition, stating it is not serious and he should return soon.
Spurs Starting XI Against Villa
- Guglielmo Vicario
- Pedro Porro
- Kevin Danso
- Djed Spence
- Rodrigo Bentancur
- João Palhinha
- Mohammed Kudus
- Xavi Simons
- Wilson Odobert
- Mathys Tel
With the match against Aston Villa drawing attention, Spurs look to build on their performance from the recent victory over Leeds United. The tactical changes could impact their defensive strategy and overall team dynamics.
Looking Ahead
As Tottenham navigates through the Premier League season, the depth of their squad will be tested. Fans and analysts alike will be keen to see how Danso and others step up in the absence of their captain. Continued insights will be tracked as matches unfold.
