Rumors are once again swirling around Andy Robertson’s Liverpool future — and this time, they might have some weight behind them.
During the summer transfer window, speculation grew that the Scottish defender could be heading to mainland Europe. In the end, it was Kostas Tsimikas who departed on loan to Roma, leaving Robertson and young Milos Kerkez to share left-back duties for the 2025/26 season.
It looked like the right call at the time — but so far, it hasn’t exactly gone to plan.
With Robertson managing just 117 Premier League minutes so far, whispers linking him to Atletico Madrid have quickly resurfaced.
According to Football Insider, Liverpool are working on new contracts for both Robertson and Ibrahima Konate. However, progress has reportedly been slow, with sources suggesting that the 30-year-old fullback is uncertain whether he fits into Arne Slot’s long-term vision at Anfield.
That uncertainty could play right into the hands of potential suitors in Spain. 🇪🇸
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Robertson or Kerkez — Who Should Slot Trust? 🤔
The dilemma facing Arne Slot is clear: should he stick with Robertson’s proven experience, or hand the reins to the energetic Milos Kerkez?
Robertson remains one of Liverpool’s most iconic figures — a relentless, hard-working leader who has defined the left-back role during the Klopp era. But injuries and age seem to have slowed him down a bit, and that trademark intensity isn’t quite what it used to be.
Kerkez, on the other hand, brings raw pace, attacking flair, and youthful hunger. At Bournemouth last season, the Hungarian averaged nearly one chance created per 90 minutes (0.97) — proof that he can deliver in the final third if given the freedom.
Yet, under Slot, the 21-year-old appears restricted by tactical constraints similar to those imposed on Robertson last season. And Liverpool aren’t exactly benefiting from it — defensively or offensively.
It might be time for Slot to make a bold call:
👉 Either back Robertson fully as the veteran leader…
👉 Or unleash Kerkez to be the creative spark down that left flank.
Because trying to make Kerkez play like Robertson isn’t helping anyone.
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Why Liverpool Must Play to Their Strengths ⚡
Liverpool may not have Arsenal’s defensive stability right now, but what they do have is attacking firepower — and they need to lean into it.
If the Reds focus on creating chances rather than containment, their front line has the potential to post the best attacking stats in the league.
That could mean Ryan Gravenberch dropping deeper to form a temporary back three, freeing Kerkez to surge forward — and if that system sidelines Robertson or pushes him toward a move to Atletico Madrid, it might simply be part of the evolution.
It would be painful to see a Liverpool legend depart… but sometimes, the next chapter begins when a door finally closes. ❤️
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