After months of loose speculation, it now looks like the long‑rumoured Celtic interest in Scotland captain Andy Robertson is finally being put to bed.
While Celtic fans have occasionally linked the full‑back with a return north of the border, there were never any credible reports that a formal offer or serious negotiations were underway. That now feels confirmed, with fresh developments suggesting Robertson’s next move will take him elsewhere and not to Parkhead.
Tottenham Hotspur have approached Liverpool about signing Robertson, with preliminary talks already underway. The Scotland captain is out of contract in the summer, and Spurs are said to be exploring a £5 million package to bring him to the Premier League before then. An outcome is expected within the next few days. [The Guardian]
For Celtic supporters, it’s the end of one of those transfer narratives that never quite landed. When Kieran Tierney returned to the club on a pre‑contract just under a year ago, it felt like the left‑back position was secure. Tierney’s fitness has improved significantly under Martin O’Neill, and he’s been a consistent presence at left‑back all season.
Marcelo Saracchi has been unavailable with a hamstring injury, though he’s reportedly edging closer to a return.
The arrival of Kerkez at Spurs and Robertson’s own desire for regular minutes ahead of the World Cup in the USA this summer means a move makes sense professionally. At Liverpool, he has faced increased competition, and Spurs’ left‑back Ben Davies is currently sidelined with a serious ankle injury that requires surgery, opening the door to a window opportunity.
If Spurs bring Robertson in, it would also allow Djed Spence to shift back to his more natural right‑back role, addressing two areas of strength and need in one move.
So while Celtic fans may have entertained the idea of a Scottish full‑back reunion, it looks increasingly likely that Andy Robertson’s next chapter won’t be in green and white, but in London instead.
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