Andy Robertson future at Liverpool under Arne Slot
There is a familiar honesty to how Andy Robertson talks about his future, direct, unvarnished and rooted in the reality of a footballer who still believes he has plenty to give. With his contract at Liverpool entering its final months, Robertson has made one thing abundantly clear, sentiment alone will not decide what comes next.
At 31, Robertson remains one of the most decorated left backs of the modern Liverpool era. Yet this season has brought a recalibration. A reduced role, limited Premier League starts and a changing tactical picture under Arne Slot have prompted inevitable questions. Robertson is open to staying, but only if the football makes sense.
Asked if he would like to remain at Anfield, he said, “Yes, but it’s a difficult question.
“I’ve got five months left and we need to see what the option is to stay or if there’s options to go and things like that. I need to sit down with my family and decide.
“After a stressful summer, I’m just trying to enjoy being a part of it and being a Liverpool player.
“I wanted to qualify for the World Cup and thankfully we’ve managed to do that. I need to see what myself and my family wants going forward.”
Playing time shaping decision
Robertson’s position is uncomplicated, he wants to play. For someone who has built his reputation on relentlessness, the idea of being content on the bench does not compute. The numbers underline the shift, 362 appearances for Liverpool, but only four Premier League starts this season.
Asked whether minutes between now and the end of the campaign would influence his decision, Robertson was unequivocal, “I can focus on the last eight and a half years. I think Jurgen Klopp left me out for one game and I was raging. So I’m a player who wants to play.
“I’ve played through injuries. I’ve played when I’m not 100% fit. I’ve played when I’ve only been 50/40/30% fit for this club and my country. I always want to be on the grass and playing and obviously now that’s not happening, so that’s what is different.
“I have a different role here this season which I’m getting enjoyment out of, but at the end of the day, footballers want to play and if anyone is sat happy on the bench, then they don’t belong at any football club.”
Respect earned at Anfield
There is no bitterness in Robertson’s tone, only self awareness. He understands squad evolution and accepts the club’s direction. What matters is mutual respect, something he believes has already been established.
He continued, “That’s always my argument, you should always want to push to be in the team. If you’re happy to sit on the bench, then I don’t think you have the right attitude.
“I think I’ve played well in the games I’ve played this season. Maybe I’ve not played as much as I would have liked, but it’s nothing I’ve been surprised by. Let’s see what happens.”
Conversations ongoing with Liverpool hierarchy
Discussions with senior figures have taken place, though Robertson is keeping details private. Now vice captain, he remains closely connected to the club’s leadership.
“I’ve given absolutely everything for the club for the last eight and a half years and the club have been very good to me – they’ve rewarded me with good contracts when I have been playing well,” he added.
“Nobody can deny what I have given to this club. I’ve given everything day in and day out and put in some performances which I think have been good, and I hope others agree – I’ve won a lot of trophies and had a lot of good days here.
“My relationship with the people higher up in the club has always been excellent since the day I came in. Signing me for £8m and then doing what I have done helps that, which I remind people of all the time!
“The relationship is good and it’s not quite ‘what do they need to show me and what do I need to show them’ as we’ve shown each other more than enough respect over the last eight and a half years. We’ll see what comes.”
