Liverpool facing crucial decision on Andy Robertson future
Liverpool are approaching a defining moment in their January transfer window, with Fabrizio Romano suggesting that Andy Robertson could be on his way to Tottenham sooner rather than later. The Scotland international is out of contract in the summer of 2026, and this month represents the club’s last realistic opportunity to secure a transfer fee for one of their most influential players of the modern era.
At 31, Robertson remains a key figure at Anfield, not only for what he offers on the pitch but also for his standing within the squad. Under Arne Slot, Liverpool have continued to evolve, winning the Premier League in 2024/25 and transitioning into a more controlled, possession-based side. Yet even in this new era, Robertson’s intensity, leadership and reliability have remained central.
The problem for Liverpool is that timing rarely aligns with sentiment. Contract realities tend to dictate strategy, and this is where Fabrizio Romano’s update adds weight to the story.
Fabrizio Romano confirms green light for Tottenham move
Romano has reported that talks are progressing quickly, with Robertson open to the move and Tottenham prepared to act now rather than wait until the summer.
“For Andy Robertson, I can tell you: the player is keen on a move to Tottenham. Robertson is ready to make this wish to Tottenham; he gave the green light and is ready for a fresh challenge,” the Italian reporter spoke on his eponymous YouTube channel.
“The negotiation is advancing very fast, very well – so the deal could be done soon for Andy Robertson to become a new Tottenham player from Liverpool.
“It would be a permanent transfer. He’s obviously out of contract [in the summer]. The original plan was for Tottenham to consider a move in the summer transfer window for Robertson. But now they’re ready to make the deal happen immediately.”
From Tottenham’s perspective, this is a rare chance to secure a proven Premier League full-back with elite experience. From Liverpool’s side, the logic is more uncomfortable. Holding onto Robertson risks losing him for nothing in six months, but selling him now weakens a position that already lacks depth.
Squad depth concerns at left-back
Selling Robertson would leave Liverpool light in a key area. Kostas Tsimikas, currently on loan at Roma, would almost certainly need to be recalled to ensure Slot has sufficient cover for the second half of the season.
While Tsimikas offers a solid option, he does not replicate Robertson’s presence or authority. Liverpool have been fortunate with injuries this season, but relying on a single specialist left-back across domestic and European competitions would be a gamble.
This also places pressure on recruitment planning. Liverpool would either need to fast-track a long-term successor or accept a short-term compromise, neither of which aligns neatly with Slot’s structured rebuild.
Experience loss could outweigh transfer fee
Beyond tactics and depth, there is a deeper question about what Liverpool would truly be giving up. Robertson is a two-time Premier League winner, a Champions League winner, and a vice-captain who embodies the standards set during the club’s most successful period in decades.
It’s not even the fact that Liverpool simply aren’t going to find superior cover at left-back to their potentially departing vice-captain.
How do the Reds compensate themselves for the vast degree of experience they’ll be sacrificing in two-time Premier League winner Andy Robertson?
In purely financial terms, the fee is likely to be modest due to his contract status. In sporting terms, the cost could be far greater. Slot has built a side that thrives on structure and discipline, but leadership remains vital in tight moments, especially during title races and knockout football.
Liverpool may well decide that the emotional and tactical value of keeping Robertson for one final push outweighs any January windfall. Letting him go now would be practical, but not necessarily wise.
