“Difficult to Predict” – Arne Slot Gives Fresh Update on Andy Robertson’s Liverpool Future
Arne Slot has suggested that Andy Robertson is likely to remain at Liverpool for the rest of the season, despite ongoing speculation linking the Scotland international with a move to Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur.
The left-back, who arrived from Hull City in 2017, has enjoyed a glittering spell at Anfield, collecting every major honour available and earning cult-hero status among the Liverpool faithful.
Now 31, Robertson has spent much of the campaign playing a supporting role to summer arrival Milos Kerkez, but he looks set to return to the starting lineup as the Reds prepare to host Qarabag in the Champions League.
“Robbo will be part of the team tomorrow night,” Slot confirmed, speaking to the press via Express. “He’s been a key figure at this club for many years and I’m pleased to have him here.
“Having players available is crucial for us right now. In football nothing is ever certain, but yes, I expect him to stay.”
Liverpool’s defensive options have been stretched, with Giovanni Leoni and Joe Gomez sidelined through injury and Ibrahima Konaté unavailable following a recent family bereavement.
As a result, Robertson is expected to start in his usual left-back role against the Azerbaijani side, while Slot’s earlier comments indicate that a midfielder could be drafted in alongside Virgil van Dijk at centre-back, according to BBC Sport.
The club’s failure to land Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi during the summer transfer window is beginning to show, with no obvious signs of further defensive reinforcements arriving.
While Robertson has repeatedly spoken of his affection for life at Liverpool, he has also been honest about his desire for regular playing time.
“I’m someone who wants to play,” he told BBC Sport earlier this season. “Footballers want minutes, and if anyone is comfortable sitting on the bench, then they probably shouldn’t be at a football club.”
With just five months remaining on his current contract, the vice-captain has admitted he is considering his future as the season progresses.
“I’ve got five months left, so we need to look at whether staying is an option or if there are other possibilities,” he added.
When called upon this term, the Scotland captain has delivered solid performances and will be eager to feature more regularly during the run-in.
Meanwhile, Kerkez has begun to justify Liverpool’s £40 million investment. The 22-year-old’s attacking intensity, defensive commitment, and willingness to compete were evident during the 3–0 Champions League win over Marseille.
Still developing, the Hungarian has time on his side — and Robertson’s experience makes him an ideal guide as Kerkez continues to refine his game.
Much like Robertson’s own early days after arriving from Hull City, patience and improvement will be key if Kerkez is to truly make the position his own.