EPL: Tottenham sign Liverpool’s Robertson on free transfer

Tottenham Hotspur has secured the signing of Scotland captain Andy Robertson on a free transfer, following his departure from Liverpool. The 32-year-old left-back officially joins Spurs on July 1, concluding a successful seven-year tenure at Anfield.

Robertson had previously announced his intention to leave Liverpool at the end of the season, allowing Tottenham to acquire the experienced defender without a transfer fee. The North London club had previously attempted to sign Robertson in January, but a deal fell through. Tottenham secured Premier League survival on the final day of the season under new manager Roberto De Zerbi, who welcomed the veteran defender.

“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 stated. “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.”

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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. 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.

Robertson joined Liverpool from Hull City in 2017, making 378 appearances and winning two Premier League titles, the UEFA Champions League, two League Cups, and the FA Cup. He remains a key player for Scotland, with 92 international caps, and is expected to lead his country at the upcoming World Cup.

Tottenham's sporting director Johan Lange also lauded the signing. “His quality, character and leadership have been evident throughout a career in which he has regularly competed for – and won – major honours,” Lange said. “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.” Robertson is among Tottenham's first major additions as De Zerbi aims to strengthen the squad for the new season.

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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.