Historian Cristian Romero will become the new captain of the Argentina national team. The return of the 28-year center back was announced after the rich leaders of Albiceleste Lionel Messi and Nicholas Otamendi announced the end of their appearances for the national team.

Romero's main competitors for the status of the new team leader were goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez and goalkeeper Nicholas Tagliafico..

Christian Romero made his debut for the national team in the 2021 season and quickly became a key figure in the Argentine defense. He played 58 matches for the national team, including four goals and two assists.

Before his recognition, he had already led the team onto the field wearing a captain’s bandage three times. With the national team, Romero became the world champion in 2022, and also won the America's Cup twice.

This summer Gravec started a new stage on the club level. In 2026, Romero left London's Tottenham and moved to Atletico Madrid, signing a contract with the Spanish giants.