Luka Romero Bezzana was born on November 18, 2004, in Victoria de Durango, Mexico. Though born in Mexico, Romero also holds Argentinian and Spanish citizenship.
He first made waves as a youth player in Mallorca, turning heads with his dribbling, close control, and technical skill. At just 15 years, seven months, and six days, he made his La Liga debut for RCD Mallorca — one of the youngest ever in Spain’s top division
Romero’s Club Journey: Europe & Moves
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After his time in Mallorca’s youth and senior setup, Romero moved to Lazio in Italy, followed by a transfer to AC Milan.
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He spent periods on loan at Almería and Alavés to gain more playing time.
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These loan spells had mixed success. While he occasionally flashed promise (goals, dribbles, impact off the bench), he struggled to cement a regular starting role in Europe.
Transfer to Cruz Azul: A New Chapter
In January 2025, Romero made a permanent move from AC Milan to Cruz Azul in Mexico. The deal ended his loan at Alavés and tied him to Cruz Azul on a multi-year contract through 2029 or 2030.
Reported transfer fee was about €3.3–3.5 million. Cruz Azul saw potential in Romero as they aim to develop his talent further.
Playing Style & Strengths
Romero plays primarily as a right winger or in an attacking midfield role. Some of his standout traits include:
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Dribbling & close control: Allows him to take on defenders one-on-one.
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Creativity & vision: Capable of providing key passes and opening up spaces.
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Goal scoring when given chances: Not always prolific, but he has made significant contributions in games. At Cruz Azul, he scored his first goal of the 2025-26 Liga MX season as a substitute, turning in a header.
One limitation so far has been inconsistency. In previous clubs, he sometimes struggled with adapting to the physicality and tactical demands, or securing regular starts. Cruz Azul appears to offer a more stable environment for his growth.
National Team & Identity
Despite being born in Mexico, Romero has played for Argentina at youth levels (U-20). He remains eligible for more than one nation (Argentina, Mexico, Spain) but as of now, no senior appearance has tied him definitively.
His multicultural identity is part of what makes him interesting to fans and national teams: offering different styles, exposure, and potential. And moving to Mexico could increase his visibility there.
2025-26 at Cruz Azul: Performance & Role
In the current season (2025-26):
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Romero has made a number of appearances, mixing starts and substitute roles.
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He scored his first goal of the season off the bench in a match versus Toluca, heading in the winner in the 78th minute.
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Contribution is not just in goals — he has been involved in set pieces, shots, crosses, and general attacking play.
Cruz Azul seems to be integrating him as a rotational yet increasingly important piece, expecting him to grow with time. Stability in playing time and confidence in the squad are likely helping.
Challenges & Potential Roadblocks
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Pressure of expectations: Having made such an early debut in Europe attracted comparisons (some too ambitious), which can be tough.
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Physical & tactical adaptation: Transitioning to leagues with different styles (Liga MX vs. La Liga, Serie A) demands flexibility.
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Competition for spots: Even at Cruz Azul, regular starters must perform. If he’s benched, momentum could be lost.
Future Outlook: What’s Next for Luka Romero
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If Romero continues to improve at Cruz Azul, both in consistency and statistical output (goals, assists, influence), he may attract attention again from European clubs.
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National team selection (senior level) could become possible if he distinguishes himself and chooses which country to represent.
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His current contract through approximately 2030 gives him time to develop without rushing, but also places expectations on both player and club to deliver progress.
Conclusion: Luka Romero’s Current Status & Promise
Luka Romero’s journey so far illustrates both the potential of a young talent and the difficulties that come with early hype, frequent transfers, and adapting to different systems. His move to Cruz Azul marks a stabilizing chapter: more consistent minutes, moderate expectations, and space to grow Luka Romero.
At 20, Romero has already sampled multiple top-level environments (Mallorca, Lazio, Milan, Almería, Alavés) and now finds a home where his skills may flourish. If he can harness his dribbling, maintain sharpness in attacking contributions, and remain resilient through competition, his best years might yet be ahead.
