Robertson signs for Spurs after Liverpool exit
Tottenham Hotspur has completed the signing of experienced full-back Andy Robertson after the Scotland international's departure from Liverpool at the end of last season.
Robertson, who enjoyed a trophy-laden nine-year stint on Merseyside, will link up with his new club after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he play as captain for Scotland.
The 32-year-old had been linked with a move to Spurs in January after losing his place to Milos Kerkez, but will now join Roberto De Zerbi's side on a free transfer.
Robertson joined Liverpool from Hull City in 2017 and would go on to become a key part of the Reds' success under both Jurgen Klopp and Arne Slot.
He made 378 appearances for the club in all competitions, picking up nine major honours along the way, including two Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League in 2018-2019, when he helped Liverpool beat his new team in the final.
Robertson is De Zerbi's first signing since becoming Spurs boss, and he believes the Scot's experience will prove pivotal after a dismal 2025-2026 campaign for the north London side.
"Andy is someone I've admired for a number of years, and he will bring outstanding technical qualities, experience, leadership and mentality to our team," De Zerbi said.
"He is a proven winner at the highest level over a long period and is someone who can be a big player for us, both on and off the pitch.
"I can't wait to start working with him and see the positive impact he will have on everyone around him."
Robertson joins a Spurs side that retained their Premier League status on the final day after beating Everton 1-0 thanks to Joao Palhinha's 43rd-minute winner.
He will be aiming to improve Spurs' defence, with only Burnley (75), Wolverhampton Wanderers (68) and West Ham United (65) conceding more Premier League goals last season than Tottenham (57), and all three of those sides were relegated.
"We are delighted to welcome Andy to the club," Spurs sporting director Johan Lange said.
"First and foremost, he is an outstanding left-back – one of the best of all time in the Premier League, and someone who will improve our squad.
"In addition, his quality, character and leadership have been evident throughout a career in which he has regularly competed for and won major honours.
"Andy's professionalism and commitment will also be invaluable to the development of our squad, and he shares our ambition and determination to bring success back to the club.
"We are excited about Andy's new chapter with us and look forward to having him here after the World Cup."
Spurs are also interested in signing Brighton and Hove Albion's Jan Paul van Hecke, with reports suggesting the Seagulls have already rejected an initial bid for the Dutch defender.
Van Hecke made his name during De Zerbi's time at Brighton, and is reportedly valued at around £70 million ($132.4 million).
























