Atletico Madrid is preparing to sign Cristian Romero after generating the necessary liquidity through three sales in just four days. The Spanish club is looking to strengthen its defensive line with the Argentine, who is considered a top priority for the team. According to Spanish newspaper 'Marca', sporting director Mateo Alemany led a swift move to fund the signings, with Romero as the main target. The club has generated the necessary liquidity through the sales of Matteo Ruggeri to Aston Villa, Nahuel Molina to Roma, and Thiago Almada to River Plate. The proceeds from the three deals open the door for Atletico Madrid to present its first offer for Cuti Romero, worth 30 million euros. The Argentine centre-back is awaiting the resolution of his move, and there is cautious optimism in the club about getting it done. Although Alemany has achieved a success, his plan remains incomplete. The team needs to strengthen its squad to cover the departures of Antoine Griezmann, Thiago Almada, and Nico Gonzalez, and until now the club has agreed only the signing of Kang-in Lee. Any new move depends on the principle of 'a player out, a player in'. Nico Gonzalez's move is tied to another player leaving first, and signing a new striker requires the departure of at least two players. The candidates for the exit include Jose Maria Gimenez, Thomas Lemar, and Carlos Martin, along with the expected proceeds from selling academy players. The names of Giano Monserrati, Julio Diaz, Costis, and Murcio have already gone. Until these deals are resolved, the two remaining moves stay on hold. Currently, Atletico Madrid is in fourth place in La Liga, with 57 points, 17 wins, 6 draws, and 8 losses in 31 games. The goal difference is +19. The club is 22 points behind leaders Barcelona. Their next game is at home against Elche on February 21, 2027.