Cristian Romero has spent much of the past year under pressure at Tottenham Hotspur. Injuries, suspensions and inconsistent performances have seen the Argentine defender criticised by supporters, while questions over his leadership and the club's struggles have only intensified scrutiny.
Yet on the international stage when Romero pulls on the Argentina shirt, he appears transformed. Calm under pressure, commanding in defence and increasingly influential for Lionel Scaloni's side, he has helped Argentina reach another FIFA World Cup final.
