Andy Robertson is a Liverpool legend. His exit marks the end of an era

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His exit marks the end of an eraAndy Robertson with the Premier League trophy in May Sebastian Frej/Getty Images Share full articleThis is an updated version of an article originally published in January 2026. Andrew Robertson is Liverpool’s greatest modern-day bargain. Signed for £10million (then $12.8m) from Hull City in July 2017, few could have predicted what the Scotland international has gone on to achieve in a red shirt. Alongside making 373 appearances for the club, he won every major trophy. Domestically, there have been two Premier League titles — one under Jurgen Klopp and another with current head coach Arne Slot — as well as the FA Cup and League Cup twice. He also won the Champions League, Super Cup and Club World Cup. The 32-year-old, who will leave the club in the summer, will go down as one of Liverpool’s modern greats and one of the best left-backs in the club’s history. On the pitch, he has embodied the spirit and desire of every supporter, possessing a passion and desire that allowed fans to live vicariously through him. He has been the heart and soul, never giving less than 110 per cent. His lung-bursting, never-ending press against Manchester City in the 4-3 victory in January 2018 will forever be spoken about and replayed. So too will be how he got under Lionel Messi’s skin during the 4-0 victory over Barcelona in the Champions League semi-final second leg in 2019. After a slow start following his arrival, he seized his opportunity and developed into an integral member of Liverpool’s starting XI. He has been a tenacious defender and an energetic presence, carrying the humility and commitment of a player who has exceeded every expectation during his career. “Andy Robertson, in my eyes, is the best left-back in the world,” his former manager Klopp said back in 2021. Alongside Trent Alexander-Arnold, Robertson redefined the full-back position in an attacking sense. The dynamic duo became creative forces during the peak of the Klopp era at Anfield. His influence has gone beyond his impact on the pitch and he formed part of Liverpool’s leadership group under Klopp. Slot has moved away from a formal leadership group, but Robertson was appointed vice-captain in the summer after Alexander-Arnold’s departure and continued to play a key role as a senior player, setting the tone. His infectious personality has endeared him to supporters and team-mates alike. You only had to watch the emotional interview he gave after Scotland sealed World Cup qualification about former team-mate Diogo Jota to understand the strong connections, bonds and friendships he has built inside the club. Robertson spoke about his future earlier this year. The defender had reluctantly had to accept a different role this season. Discussions had taken place between Liverpool and while, despite limited game time, he was enjoying his responsibilities he admitted to reporters that “I’m a player who wants to play”, after Liverpool’s FA Cup victory over Barnsley. Atletico Madrid were interested in signing him last summer but the defender declined the move to the Spanish side and opted to remain at Anfield, even though he knew he was no longer a guaranteed first choice under Slot. The Athletic reported in January that Spurs were working on a deal to sign him. Liverpool, though, had been unwilling to sanction a departure. Left-back had been a position that needed to be upgraded following the inconsistency of both Robertson and Kostas Tsimikas last season. Robertson’s form in the title-winning campaign did improve as the season went on, but it was becoming apparent he was no longer the player he was at his peak. He has primarily been back-up to summer signing Milos Kerkez for much of this season. Despite making 31 appearances in 2025-26 in all competitions, Robertson has made only six starts in the league. He returned to the team in early November and made a positive impact in victories over Aston Villa and Real Madrid during the team’s run of nine defeats in 12 matches. The Scotland international’s performance in the 3-1 FA Cup victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers in February was a reminder of the impact he has had on this Liverpool team throughout his time at the club. A rare goal from outside the box was followed by a much more trademark assist as he squared a low cross into the path of Mohamed Salah. It was vintage Robertson. With only seven league games remaining — and potentially only one Champions League match left with Liverpool needing to overturn a 2-0 deficit against Paris Saint-Germain — it remains to be seen how many minutes Robertson plays until the end of the season, but he will doing everything he can to make sure the club achieve Champions League qualification. With Robertson and the club deciding to part ways in the summer, he will receive an emotional send-off with an outpouring of adulation and adoration from Liverpool fans. Spot the pattern. Connect the terms Find the hidden link between sports terms Andrew Jones is a Staff Writer for The Athletic covering Burnley FC and Liverpool FC. Having graduated from the University of Central Lancashire with a First Class Honours Degree in Sports Journalism, Andrew has had written work published for the Liverpool Echo, Chelsea FC and Preston North End. Follow Andy on Twitter @adjones_journo