Spurs close to deal for Liverpool's Robertson
Tottenham Hotspur is nearing a deal to sign Andy Robertson from Liverpool after his departure from the club. The 32-year-old full-back played his last match for Liverpool recently and is set to join Spurs, with an agreement in principle already in place. Robertson, who has had a successful career at Liverpool, will bring significant experience to Tottenham.
- ▪Andy Robertson is leaving Liverpool after his contract ends this summer.
- ▪Tottenham is close to finalizing a deal for the Scotland international full-back.
- ▪Robertson has played 378 matches for Liverpool, winning two Premier League titles and the Champions League.
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Spurs close to deal for Liverpool's RobertsonImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Tottenham would be Robertson's third club in England after spells at Hull City and LiverpoolBySami MokbelSenior football correspondentPublished7 minutes agoTottenham are close to agreeing a deal with Scotland full-back Andy Robertson following his departure from Liverpool.The 32-year-old played his final match for Liverpool against Brentford on Sunday, having announced he would leave the club when his contract ends this summer.Details remain to be finalised on the deal with Spurs but an agreement is in place in principle.Tottenham, then managed by Thomas Frank, targeted Robertson during the January transfer window.
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