Andy Robertson has completed his move to Tottenham Hotspur as a free agent following his departure from Liverpool.
The Athletic reported in the Transfer DealSheet on June 2 that Spurs were progressing with a deal for the left-back.
Robertson, 32, confirmed in April he would be departing Liverpool in the summer upon the expiration of his contract, with Spurs swiftly taking pole position to sign him if they retained their status as a Premier League club.
Spurs confirmed their Premier League survival on the final day of the season with a 1-0 victory over Everton.
“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,” said Spurs head coach Roberto De Zerbi.
“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.”
Tottenham had been working on a deal to sign Robertson in January, having initially identified him as a target for the summer before bringing forward their pursuit to strengthen the squad under then-head coach Thomas Frank. However, Liverpool subsequently decided that they were not willing to sanction the left-back’s departure during the season.
Robertson signed for Liverpool in 2017 from Hull City and made 378 appearances for the club, recording 14 goals and 69 assists. He won the Champions League, the Premier League on two occasions, the FA Cup, and two Carabao Cups during his nine seasons at the club.
The Scotland captain spent much of his Liverpool career as the first-choice left-back, but during the 2025-26 campaign he was predominantly utilised as a backup behind Milos Kerkez, who signed last summer from Bournemouth. Robertson made 36 appearances in all competitions during his final season at the club but started just 11 Premier League games.
A welcome addition for Spurs
Analysis by Tottenham Hotspur correspondent Jay Harris
Spurs tried to sign Robertson from Liverpool in January and will be pleased to finally complete the deal. Over the last two seasons, first-choice left-back Destiny Udogie has struggled with hamstring and knee injuries.
Djed Spence has provided cover for Udogie but prefers to play on the right side of defence. Robertson’s arrival means Spurs now have two experienced natural left-backs to pick from along with 19-year-old Souza.
Tottenham’s priority in this transfer window is to add more depth to their defensive options, although The Athletic reported earlier this week there is a strong chance they will sell their captain Cristian Romero. Spurs are set to sign Marcos Senesi from Bournemouth on a four-year contract and have submitted a bid for Brighton & Hove Albion’s centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke. Providing Roverto De Zerbi with more options will hopefully help to prevent the injury issues they experienced this season.
There is another added bonus for Spurs with Robertson. The 32-year-old is an experienced player who will captain Scotland at this summer’s World Cup. Spurs’ dressing room has lacked leadership and Robertson should be the perfect role model.
Robertson is a Liverpool legend
Analysis by Liverpool correspondent Andy Jones
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.