Andy Robertson to Leave Liverpool: Top Clubs Eye Free Transfer

Liverpool have confirmed that Andy Robertson will bring his career at Anfield to a close at the end of the current season. The Scotland captain, who joined the club in 2017, will depart the Merseyside outfit as a free agent when his contract expires in the summer of 2026.

The 32-year-old left-back is set to follow another prominent figure from the Jürgen Klopp era, Mohamed Salah, who is also leaving the club on a free transfer. The departure of both players marks a significant transition for the squad as they continue under the management of Arne Slot.

Transfer Interest and Potential Destinations

Several major European clubs have already expressed interest in signing the experienced defender. According to reporting from The Guardian on April 9, 2026, Napoli, Juventus, Atlético Madrid, and Tottenham are all keen on securing the Scotland international.

Robertson is no stranger to interest from La Liga, having previously rejected a move to Atlético Madrid during the summer of 2025. Despite earlier speculation regarding a potential return to his home country, current indications suggest that a move back to Scotland is not part of his plans at this stage.

Tenure and Role at Anfield

Since arriving in 2017, Robertson has established himself as a cornerstone of the Liverpool defense. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in helping the club secure two Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy.

His role in the starting lineup has seen fluctuations over the past year. Earlier in the 2025-26 season, Robertson found himself out of the starting eleven for the first nine league games. This shift coincided with the arrival of Milos Kerkez, whose integration into the squad was initially difficult.

Robertson eventually reclaimed his place as the first-choice left-back, starting four consecutive games in all competitions after Arne Slot opted to remove Kerkez from the lineup following a 3-2 defeat to Brentford.

Squad Transition Under Arne Slot

The confirmed exit of Robertson follows a period of uncertainty regarding his future under Arne Slot. Reports from June 2025 indicated that Slot had been keen to bring Milos Kerkez to Merseyside from Bournemouth, a move that suggested the manager was looking toward a long-term succession plan for the left-back position.

Industry analysts, including commentator Ian Darke, had previously suggested that Robertson would be unlikely to accept a secondary or squad-player role given his career achievements at Liverpool. The confirmation of his departure ensures the player leaves the club while remaining a high-level competitor.

As Liverpool prepares for the summer transfer window, the club faces the challenge of replacing two iconic players in Robertson and Salah. While Robertson’s exit provides an opportunity for the club to fully commit to a new defensive profile, it removes a veteran presence from the locker room who served as a reliable fixture for nearly a decade.