Andy Robertson’s Liverpool Future: “He Won’t Take It Lying Down” – Jan Molby
Liverpool Legend Faces New Challenge at Left-Back
Change is coming at Anfield, and for Andy Robertson, that means direct competition. On the latest Molby On The Spot podcast from Anfield Index, former Liverpool midfielder Jan Molby offered a heartfelt but clear-eyed assessment of Robertson’s situation as the club eyes a new left-back signing this summer.
While there’s no doubting Robertson’s iconic status – “he’s already a Liverpool legend,” said Trev Downey – the feeling within the club seems to be that evolution is needed. Robertson, now 31, has missed chunks of the season through injury and, as Molby noted, “there’s a feeling that the team now needs to be upgraded in that position.”
But Molby was adamant that this next chapter won’t be quietly accepted by the Scotland captain.
Molby: “He won’t take it lying down”
Jan Molby didn’t hesitate when describing the attitude he expects from Robertson in the face of increased competition. “He won’t take it lying down,” Molby said simply, a phrase loaded with admiration and expectation.
Molby continued: “That boy’s got that bit of spite in him – in the best possible way. He’s not going to roll over just because someone’s been brought in.”
Downey agreed, saying Robertson’s competitive edge and character are what made him a fan favourite in the first place. “He came from Hull, worked his way into one of the best teams in Europe, and played a massive role in every trophy we won under Klopp.”
What Comes Next?
It’s clear from the conversation that Molby respects the tactical shift underway under new manager Arne Slot. While Robertson remains a potent attacking threat, particularly in transition, Liverpool are reportedly looking for a more hybrid-style left-back – one who can invert and contribute in buildup play in a slightly different way.
Molby believes that while Robertson may not perfectly fit that evolving mould, he’ll fight tooth and nail to prove he still has a place. “He’ll look at whoever’s coming in and say: ‘You’re going to have to be bloody good to take this shirt off me.’”
It’s a moment of transition for the squad – the end of an era in some ways – but as Molby said, “You don’t lose your hunger overnight, and Robbo’s not that kind of character.”
Robertson’s Role in a New Liverpool
Whether he remains first-choice or not, there’s little doubt Andy Robertson will be central to Liverpool’s 2025/26 campaign. Leadership, experience, and mentality all count for something – especially in a team undergoing structural change.
Molby closed the discussion with a measured but powerful statement: “If he has to adapt or share minutes, he will – but don’t expect him to disappear quietly. That’s not Robbo.”
