FSG ‘to pull off Liverpool transfer stunner’ amid Robertson to Atletico Madrid latest
Liverpool could potentially see Andy Robertson leave this summer, but it is not all bad news.
Robertson is perhaps the best example of how Liverpool’s shrewd transfer business has helped re-establish the Reds as consistent Premier League and Champions League challengers in recent seasons.
The Scottish left-back joined Liverpool for an initial £8million back in 2017, with the deal potentially rising to £10m.
Considering the role Robertson has played in all the success under Jurgen Klopp and now Arne Slot, the defender has undoubtedly secured his place as a legend at Anfield.
However, with Atletico Madrid interested in the Scotsman, FSG may feel it is time to cash in on Robertson.
Robertson’s exit sale could be another fantastic transfer coup
Liverpool want to address the left-back position in the upcoming window, with Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth being the Reds’ top target.
If Kerkez were to sign, this would likely mean Robertson would be used as backup going forward.
The 31-year-old is evidently past his best, but amid widespread reports that Atletico Madrid want to sign Robertson, now may be the time to sell.
| Andy Robertson | Premier League stats (2024/25) |
| Appearences | 33 |
| Goals | 0 |
| Assists | 1 |
| Clean Sheets | 6 |
Robertson’s contract is set to expire next summer, meaning this is one of the last opportunities Liverpool have to sanction a sale.
If the Anfield club could receive a fee close to or even higher than the one they initially paid for Robertson, then that would further cement it as one of the best pieces of business in the club’s history.
It would also pave the way to bring in another player in a different position.
Selling Robertson could be risky
Kostas Tsimikas’ time at Liverpool also appears to be coming to an end, with Premier League newcomers Leeds United reportedly interested.
If Slot were to let go of both Tsimikas and Robertson, then the Dutchman would need to sign more than one left-back before the new season.
Keeping Robertson as a backup would be useful. The Scottish captain is a leader in the dressing room and would continue to provide valuable experience to the squad.
Having to rely on Kerkez and another new left-back could prove to be risky if they struggle to initially settle at Liverpool.