Liverpool face a critical decision regarding the future of defender Andrew Robertson, with a stark warning issued about the potential consequences of letting him leave Anfield.
Contract Situation and Leadership Void
The Scottish international's contract is set to expire next summer, meaning he could depart the club as a free agent if no new deal is agreed. Robertson himself has admitted he feels 'relaxed' about the situation and acknowledges this season could be his last with the Reds.
However, former Liverpool player Jason McAteer has strongly cautioned the club against allowing the 31-year-old to leave. Speaking to AceOdds, McAteer emphasised that while Liverpool might not stand in Robertson's way if he desired a move to Celtic, his departure would represent a significant loss.
McAteer's Stark Warning
McAteer highlighted the growing leadership vacuum at the club, drawing parallels to when experienced figures like James Milner and Jordan Henderson departed. He stated that leadership is currently 'few and far between' in the squad.
'I think Andy Robertson is needed at Liverpool right now for a lot of different reasons,' McAteer explained. 'I think Liverpool lack that kind of leadership on the pitch.'
He further elaborated on the pressure on Virgil van Dijk, noting that the Dutch defender 'is having a bit of a bad time' and needs to focus on his own game, making it difficult for him to be the sole leadership figure. McAteer argued that the team needs multiple leaders, and Robertson is a crucial part of that structure.
Robertson's Anfield Legacy
Andrew Robertson signed for Liverpool from Hull City in 2017 and has since become a cornerstone of the team's success. He has made an impressive 354 appearances for the club.
During his tenure, he has helped Liverpool secure major honours, including:
- Two Premier League titles
- The Champions League
- The FA Cup
- Two League Cups
With his contract winding down, manager Arne Slot and the Liverpool hierarchy now face a pivotal choice: secure the future of a proven leader or risk losing a key figure from their recent golden era for nothing.
