Andy Robertson ‘would not be missed by Liverpool’ as Anfield exit mooted
Andy Robertson’s future at Liverpool is in doubt this summer amid links with Atletico Madrid.
The Scotland international has been a mainstay in the starting XI since 2017 when he was signed from Hull City.
As a result, the left-back has been a key part of a golden era at Liverpool, winning every trophy possible, including two Premier League titles and a Champions League.
However, with Atletico Madrid interested in Robertson, his time on Merseyside could be about to end.
Robertson is no longer good enough to play for Liverpool
Despite Robertson being 31 years old, he is still a regular under Arne Slot.
The left-back played 45 times this season in all competitions as he won the Premier League.
However, Robertson has been on the decline at Liverpool, with numerous poor performances.
According to data via FBref, the Scotland captain is one of the worst full-backs in Europe at defending.
Per 90 minutes, Robertson only produces 1.34 tackles, 0.77 interceptions, 0.45 blocks, 2.20 clearances, while winning 0.24 aerial battles.
| Andy Robertson defensive statistics this season | Average per 90 mins | Position compared to other full-backs |
| Tackles | 1.34 | Bottom 12 per cent |
| Interceptions | 0.77 | Bottom 32 per cent |
| Blocks | 0.45 | Bottom one per cent |
| Clearances | 2.20 | Bottom 24 per cent |
| Aerial duels won | 0.24 | Bottom four per cent |
Compared to the other full-backs in Europe’s top five leagues, not one of these stats are in the top 68 per cent.
In fact, two of the statistics are in the bottom four per cent compared to other players in this position.
While Robertson does excel in attack, Liverpool need a full-back who can do both with ease.
Therefore, if Slot chooses to sell Robertson this summer, as long as a replacement is brought in, he likely won’t be missed.
Liverpool need to target a left-back this summer
Regardless of whether Robertson is sold or not, Liverpool need to target a left-back this summer.
Robertson is ageing and will not be able to compete at the top level for much longer.
Back-up Kostas Tsimikas has also struggled at Liverpool and is not good enough to become the first choice.
Therefore, Slot must look for a new left-back this summer as he rebrands his backline.