Liverpool legend Andy Robertson is closing in on a move to Tottenham Hotspur after reaching a verbal agreement with the North London club.
The 32-year-old Scotland captain had an emotional farewell to Anfield on Sunday following a 1-1 draw against Brentford, marking the end of a legendary nine-year spell on Merseyside. With his contract expiring this summer, Robertson is set to remain in the Premier League despite a strong, late attempt from Italian giants Juventus to hijack the deal.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Scotland international has chosen to respect his “pact” with Spurs. The deal is expected to be finalized and signed shortly, providing a massive boost to Roberto De Zerbi’s side ahead of the new campaign.
🚨 EXCL: Tottenham reach verbal agreement to sign Andy Robertson, here we go!
Pact expected to be respected and deal to be signed soon despite Juventus proposal to try hijack the deal.
Robertson, wanted by #THFC last January and again now with De Zerbi.
It’s happening. ✅🏴 pic.twitter.com/62vY9Y3AUL
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 27, 2026
The January near-miss and De Zerbi’s project
Tottenham’s pursuit of Robertson is not a new development. Spurs then managed by Thomas Frank initially targeted the veteran full-back during the January transfer window.
A deal was agreed upon by both clubs, but Liverpool pulled the plug at the eleventh hour when they were unable to recall Kostas Tsimikas from his loan spell at AS Roma.
Spurs maintained their interest, and the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi further solidified the move. However, the transfer rested entirely on Tottenham preserving their top-flight status.
Following a tense relegation battle, De Zerbi’s side secured Premier League survival on the final day of the season with a dramatic victory over Liverpool’s neighbors, Everton. With safety guaranteed, the wheels moved quickly to secure Robertson on a short-term contract appropriate for his age.
A legendary Anfield legacy
Robertson leaves Liverpool as one of the finest left-backs in the club’s history. Signed from Hull City in 2017 for a modest £8m, he went on to make 378 appearances for the Reds.
Alongside teammates like Mo Salah who also said his goodbyes on Sunday Robertson helped spearhead a trophy-laden era under Jurgen Klopp, capturing
Two Premier League titlesSports Illustrated
The UEFA Champions League
The FA Cup
Two Carabao Cups
The FIFA Club World Cup and UEFA Super Cup
Before he pulls on the white shirt of Tottenham, Robertson will turn his focus to international duty. The Scotland captain, who has 92 caps to his name, is set to lead his country at this summer’s World Cup, featuring warmup friendlies against Curacao and Bolivia before facing Haiti, Morocco, and Brazil in Group C.
Life after ‘Robbo’: Liverpool’s left-back plan
Robertson’s departure signals a changing of the guard under Arne Slot at Anfield. A decline in minutes during a turbulent campaign made it clear that 22-year-old Milos Kerkez a summer signing a decade Robertson’s junior has firmly established himself as Liverpool’s first-choice left-back.
With Robertson gone, the focus turns to who will support the Hungarian international. Kostas Tsimikas is set to resume his backup role upon returning from his loan spell at Roma.
However, Liverpool brass could still choose to promote from within via academy graduate Owen Beck, or dip into the transfer market for an affordable alternative to push Kerkez.
ReadLiverpoolFC Verdict
It is going to be incredibly jarring to see Andy Robertson running down the wing in a Tottenham shirt next season. “Robbo” wasn’t just a world-class defender for us; he embodied the grit, passion, and spirit of the club’s modern golden era.
That being said, this move makes sense for all parties. At 32, Robertson deserves to be playing regular football, something Arne Slot couldn’t guarantee him over Milos Kerkez. Slot is clearly building a younger, more dynamic side, and clearing Robertson’s wages while handing the keys to Kerkez is the logical next step in the transition.
Robertson’s parting social media message to fans noted, “this isn’t a goodbye, it’s a see you soon.” He wasn’t lying. When he returns to Anfield in opposition colours next year, he can expect a hero’s welcome and the warmest of receptions from the Kop.
Thanks for everything, legend.