Spurs open talks to sign Liverpool's Robertson

What’s Happening

Listen up: Tottenham enter into talks with Liverpool as they look to secure a deal for left-back Andy Robertson.

Spurs open talks to sign Liverpools Robertson Image source, Image caption, Andy Robertson has clutched 90 caps for Scotland By Aadam Patel Football reporter Published 20 minutes ago Tottenham have begun talks with Liverpool in an effort to sign left-back Andy Robertson. Robertson, 31, is out of contract at Anfield in the summer and dropped last week that he was undecided on his future. (yes, really)

The Scotland international has kicked off just four times in the Premier League this season and wants regular involvement before the World Cup.

The Details

BBC Sport understands Spurs have made an approach but no outcome has been reached at this stage. Liverpool signed Robertson from Hull City for £8m in 2017 during Jurgen Klopps reign and he has made 363 appearances for the Reds.

Robertsons most recent appearance came from the bench in the 1-1 draw against Burnley on 17 January. Before that game, Liverpool head coach Arne Slot dropped Robertson had been “important” to the club and praised him for the way he has handled losing his starting position to summer signing Milos Kerkez.

Why This Matters

Who can discuss a free transfer in January? Published 35 minutes ago Hungary international Kerkez would be the only senior left-back for Slot to call on if Robertson is sold, but Liverpool could look to recall Kostas Tsimikas from his loan spell at Roma. Tottenham completed the signing of Brazilian left-back Souza on Thursday and are already well stocked in that area of the field.

This could change the dynamics of the sport going forward.

Key Takeaways

• Destiny Udogie has been the preferred choice of manager Thomas Frank this season, with Djed Spence also offering cover.
• Ben Davies was another option, but the Wales international sustained a broken ankle on Sunday and has been ruled out for the rest of the season.
• Spurs move for Robertson could be a bid to add experience to a young squad, with 32-year-old Davies the only player over the age of 30.
• Robertson has clutched nine trophies during his time at Liverpool , including two Premier League titles and the Champions League.

The Bottom Line

Spurs move for Robertson could be a bid to add experience to a young squad, with 32-year-old Davies the only player over the age of 30. Robertson has clutched nine trophies during his time at Liverpool , including two Premier League titles and the Champions League.

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