Andy Robertson to Depart Liverpool Following Historic Nine-Year Tenure
After nine years of service, three-time trophy collector and Scotland captain Andy Robertson is set to depart Liverpool at the conclusion of the current season. The 32-year-old defender, who joined the Reds from Hull City in 2017 for £8 million, confirmed his exit as his contract nears its expiration.
Robertson’s tenure at Anfield has been characterized by consistent excellence and an extensive trophy haul. Since joining the club, he has made 373 total appearances, helping the team secure two Premier League titles, a Champions League trophy, an FA Cup, two League Cups, the FIFA Club World Cup, the UEFA Super Cup, and a Community Shield.
Despite his long-term dedication, the 2025-2026 campaign saw a shift in his role following the arrival of Milos Kerkez. Robertson has been limited to just 15 starts across all competitions this season. While he has seen reduced minutes in the Premier League, with only four domestic starts, he remained a vital element of the squad’s European efforts, appearing in high-stakes Champions League ties against European giants like Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, and Inter Milan.
Reflecting on his decision, the veteran left-back expressed deep gratitude for his time on Merseyside.
“It’s never easy leaving a club like Liverpool, it has been a huge part of mine and my family’s life for the last nine years… But I know football moves on, I know teams move on and I think now is the time for me to move on and go wherever my next move is and wherever my career takes me.”
— Andy Robertson, Liverpool Football Club
Reports indicate that Robertson’s departure is not the result of a desire to leave, but rather a final decision to embrace a new chapter. Despite recent interest from clubs like Tottenham Hotspur, whose pursuit was spearheaded by manager Thomas Frank, the deal collapsed when Liverpool, initially hesitant to let the veteran go, ultimately decided not to facilitate a mid-season exit. Robertson previously rejected several opportunities to leave, noting that he held a deep-seated loyalty to the club during his prime years.
“I’ve put my heart and soul into the club for nine years and I’ve not got many regrets,” he added. “I’ve grown as a man and as a person. This club will always mean the world to me, the fans will mean the world to me. It has been a hell of a journey.”
As he prepares for his final matches in a Liverpool shirt, teammates and coaching staff are expected to honor a player who transformed from a tactical prospect into an essential part of the Klopp-era golden generation. Whether or not he accepts the mantle of a club legend, his statistical impact and dedication to the badge remain etched into the history of the Premier League.
