Andy Robertson has made his return to Anfield for the first time since leaving Liverpool on a free transfer following the conclusion of the 2025/26 campaign to join Tottenham. The long-serving Scottish international spent nine exceptional years on Merseyside after arriving from Hull City in the summer of 2017 for £8m, a signing delivered by an enlightened scouting department alongside monumental arrivals such as Alisson for £66.8m and Virgil van Dijk for £75m. During his illustrious stint with the Reds, Robertson established himself as a two-time Premier League winner and a key figure in the 2019 Champions League-winning team. Regarded by many as the finest left-back in Liverpool’s Premier League era—and standing alongside Alan Kennedy, the scorer of two European Cup-winning goals, in discussions over the club’s all-time greatest in the position—his transition to North London marks a significant shift for both clubs.
The path to Robertson’s departure was paved after an earlier proposed transfer to Tottenham, valued at around £5m, was initially shelved by Liverpool. The Merseyside club was unprepared to sanction his exit at the time due to complications in recalling Kostas Tsimikas from his season-long loan spell at Roma, as the Italian side demanded a satisfactory replacement before agreeing to terminate the temporary arrangement. Consequently, Robertson remained at Anfield until the expiration of his contract at the end of the season, ultimately completing his move to Tottenham as a free agent. The transfer provided Roberto De Zerbi’s squad with an influx of proven leadership, elite experience, and technical quality, filling a crucial void in a side seeking established winners.
Even on the emotional day of his own Anfield farewell, Robertson underlined his character by praising two of Liverpool’s long-time rivals: former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola and departing Everton captain Seamus Coleman. Highlighting Coleman’s career, Robertson praised the Irishman as a full-back who performed at a remarkably high level, lightheartedly remarking that Coleman’s £60,000 transfer fee to Everton made him an even better bargain than his own £8m deal. With Coleman offered a coaching position at Everton while considering his next steps, Robertson’s classy tribute to his Merseyside derby rival stood out as a memorable moment of respect between two enduring Premier League figures.
Since stepping into the Tottenham lineup, the 32-year-old full-back has continued to deliver exceptional performances on the pitch. Tactical analysis and heat maps from the 2025/26 season demonstrate that Robertson remains immensely attack-minded, offering crucial width and balance while executing De Zerbi’s demands for determination, courage, and technical proficiency. Per 90 minutes, his metrics in tackling, productivity from crosses, and chance creation eclipsed every defender in the Spurs squad. As Robertson steps back onto the Anfield pitch in opposition colors for the first time on Tuesday, his legacy as an iconic figure in modern Liverpool history remains firmly intact alongside his new chapter in North London.
