Andy Robertson to Leave Liverpool After Nine Years at Anfield

• Scotland captain to depart upon expiry of contract this summer
• Defender won every major trophy during his time at Liverpool
• Reduced role this season followed arrival of Milos Kerkez

Liverpool will part company with Andy Robertson at the end of the season, bringing a nine year spell at Anfield to a close.

The 32 year-old leaves with a full set of honours, including the Premier League and Champions League, having made 373 appearances since his arrival from Hull City in 2017.

Liverpool confirmed the decision in a statement, describing Robertson as a central figure in one of the club’s most successful periods in recent decades.

His departure follows a season in which his role has reduced, with Milos Kerkez taking over at left back. Robertson has started 15 matches across the campaign, a shift from his established position during the years under Jürgen Klopp.

There had been interest in January from Tottenham Hotspur, though Robertson remained at the club as defensive injuries affected selection options.

He leaves as part of a group that restored Liverpool’s standing at the top of English and European football, collecting domestic and international honours across successive seasons.

“It’s never easy leaving a club like Liverpool,” Robertson said. “It has been a huge part of my life and my family’s life for nine years. But players move on and the club remains.”

He spoke of the timing of the decision after considering previous opportunities to leave.

“I’ve had chances to go before and I did not take them because of how difficult it is to leave this club. But I know football moves on and I feel this is the right moment.”

Robertson arrived at Anfield during a period of transition and had to work his way into the starting side, eventually displacing Alberto Moreno and establishing himself as first choice for several seasons.

His consistency and durability made him a regular presence as Liverpool collected major trophies, with his role extending beyond defensive duties into the team’s attacking structure.

“I wanted to help bring success back to this football club,” Robertson said. “I am proud to have been part of teams that have done that.”

He stopped short of defining his own legacy, though his contribution is reflected in the honours won and the stability he brought to a key position over a sustained period.

Robertson’s next move remains undecided, while Liverpool prepare for further changes within the squad ahead of the new season.

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