Andrew Robertson to Leave Liverpool After 9 Years

Liverpool FC confirmed on April 9, 2026, that defender Andy Robertson will leave the club at the conclusion of the current season. The Scotland captain will depart upon the expiry of his contract this summer, ending a nine-year tenure at Anfield.

The club described Robertson as a genuine Liverpool legend who played a fundamental role in the team’s successes over the last nine campaigns. To date, the defender has made 373 appearances for the Reds.

A Legacy of Success

Since joining Liverpool from Hull City in 2017, Robertson has been a central figure in one of the most successful eras in the club’s history. His time at Anfield resulted in a comprehensive collection of major trophies.

• Two Premier League titles
• One UEFA Champions League title
• One FA Cup
• Two League Cups
• One FIFA Club World Cup
• One UEFA Super Cup
• One Community Shield

Despite the announcement of his departure, the club stated that celebrations of Robertson’s legacy remain on hold until the end of the campaign. The No. 26 remains focused on helping the team finish the 2025-26 season as successfully as possible.

Shift in First-Team Role

Robertson’s departure follows a season where his role in the starting lineup diminished. The 32-year-old lost his regular place in the first team following the arrival of Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth.

This shift in the squad hierarchy limited Robertson to just 15 starts during the current season. His reduced playing time had previously sparked transfer speculation earlier in the year.

According to reporting from ESPN, Liverpool entered discussions with Tottenham Hotspur in January 2026 regarding a potential transfer after Robertson indicated he was interested in a move. However, the defender ultimately chose to remain at Anfield for the remainder of the season amid a series of defensive injuries within the squad.

Player Reflection

Speaking via the club’s website, Robertson reflected on the personal impact his time in Liverpool has had on him and his family.

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 for me, players move on, other people move on – the thing that stays the same is the club and obviously the fans.

Andy Robertson

The defender’s final months at the club have seen him feature in high-profile fixtures, including a Premier League match against Tottenham on March 15, 2026, and a Champions League round of 16 first leg match against Galatasaray in Istanbul on March 10, 2026.

Robertson’s exit marks the end of a significant chapter for the Scotland international, who transitioned from a Hull City signing to a cornerstone of the Liverpool defense over nearly a decade.