Tottenham Agree Terms with Andy Robertson Ahead of Summer Move
Tottenham Hotspur have an agreement in principle with Andy Robertson and his representatives ahead of a potential summer move, according to reports. The Scotland captain is set to leave Liverpool when his contract expires at the end of the season, and sources have confirmed to TEAMtalk that a prior understanding with Tottenham remains firmly in place. New Spurs head coach Roberto De Zerbi has now given the move his full endorsement, pushing the club to formalize the agreement.
Robertson, 31, confirmed this week that he will leave Liverpool upon the expiry of his contract, ending a seven-year, trophy-laden spell at Anfield. The left-back, who joined from Hull City in 2017, has made over 200 appearances for the Reds, winning the Premier League, Champions League, and FA Cup. His departure will be on a free transfer, and Tottenham have been in a strong position to secure his signature for some time.
Spurs are understood to have reached an understanding with the player's camp earlier this year, and sources indicate this arrangement remains active and has been reinforced by De Zerbi's arrival. The Italian manager is said to be a strong advocate for the signing, valuing Robertson's vast experience, leadership, and proven quality at the highest level. The 31-year-old is seen as a player who can strengthen the dressing room and the starting eleven immediately, bringing a wealth of Premier League and European experience to a squad in transition.
Despite Tottenham's current position in the Premier League's relegation zone, sources indicate Robertson would still be prepared to move to North London, even if the club were to suffer relegation, a scenario all parties hope to avoid. However, the deal is not without competition. Celtic, where Robertson began his professional career, and his former club Hull City are also monitoring the situation. It is understood Hull, who are pushing for a Championship play-off spot, would be interested should they achieve promotion to the Premier League.
For Tottenham, securing a player of Robertson's calibre on a free transfer would represent a significant coup. His arrival would address a problem position and add a proven winner to a squad in need of leadership and experience. The move would reunite Robertson with De Zerbi, who is looking to implement his tactical philosophy at the club. The 30-year-old's energy, crossing ability, and experience in a high-pressing system are seen as a perfect fit for the new manager's preferred style of play. While other clubs are watching, the prior agreement and De Zerbi's personal backing place Tottenham in a strong position to conclude the deal when the transfer window opens.
