Andy Robertson produced a trademark second for Tottenham as he confirmed Liverpool followers what they will be lacking after his departure, and put extra stress on Milos Kerkez within the course of
Andy Robertson joined Tottenham after leaving Liverpool earlier this summer season(Image: Getty Images)
Andy Robertson proved he’s nonetheless obtained it as he produced one in every of his logos for Tottenham throughout preseason.
The Scotland worldwide after all introduced his nine-year spell at Liverpool to an finish earlier this summer season after his contract expired. Having performed such an enormous position within the Reds’ success throughout his time at Anfield, his legendary standing on the membership has been secured.
It will really feel unusual for supporters to see him taking part in for one in every of Liverpool’s rivals now, with Robertson having joined Tottenham. The left-back had the chance to move to north London back in January, with Spurs returning for him as he grew to become a free agent.
And already, Roberto De Zerbi is seeing precisely what the 32-year-old will carry to his aspect, with Robertson producing a trademark help on Saturday.
He set new teammate Richarlison up for Tottenham’s opener throughout the 3-0 win over German aspect Hoffenheim on Saturday. Having picked the ball up out broad on the left, Robertson wasted no time at all to fireplace in a pinpoint cross to the Brazilian, who had the easy activity of turning the ball dwelling.
Liverpool followers who’ve seen a clip of the aim on-line will little doubt be feeling nostalgic — and it’d simply add a bit extra stress on Milos Kerkez.
Andy Robertson assisted Richarlison for Tottenham’s opener in opposition to Hoffenheim(Image: Getty Images)
The 22-year-old was signed final yr with a view to him changing into Robertson’s long-term successor, however a blended first season at Anfield has left some questions on his place.
Although he appeared to be discovering his toes halfway via the 2025/26 marketing campaign, Kerkez’s kind dipped once more towards the tip of the season, leading to Robertson reclaiming his place within the group.
The Hungarian has been boosted after being reunited together with his former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola this summer season, which he hopes will see him kick on in his second yr at Liverpool, although he was named on the bench for last weekend’s friendly against Monaco, with Kostas Tsimikas getting the nod forward of him.
Speaking about being reunited with Iraola earlier this summer, Kerkez mentioned: “I worked for him before, and he helped me and improved me a lot in the two years that I spent with him.
Milos Kerkez shall be aiming to enhance on a blended first season at Liverpool(Image: Photo by Andrew J. Clark/ISI Photos/ISI Photos through Getty Images)
“I used to be actually completely happy he obtained the job: clearly for myself, but additionally for the group. Everyone is aware of what kind of soccer he performs, so I believe he’s the right match for us.
“He’s all about depth. He’s not scared to play one-on-one all over the pitch, to press excessive and to be on the entrance foot at all times. I believe the opposite guys additionally like how he works.”
Liverpool.com says: It feels bizarre seeing Robertson in a Spurs package after all of his years at Anfield, and little doubt it’ll really feel even weirder when Liverpool comes up in opposition to Tottenham within the new season. Roberto De Zerbi’s aspect will profit tremendously from having him, not simply on the pitch however off it as effectively. We can solely want Robbo good luck — though not an excessive amount of…