Liverpool make major transfer U-turn that could impact potential Micky van de Ven deal | OneFootball

Liverpool appear to have sensationally pulled the plug on a deal that would have seen club legend Andy Robertson join Premier League rivals Tottenham this month.

Despite talks between the two clubs and the player’s apparent willingness to seek a fresh challenge, the Reds’ hierarchy has performed a late-window about-face.

With the transfer deadline looming on February 2, Liverpool have informed Spurs that their vice-captain is no longer for sale, prioritising squad depth over a nominal transfer fee for the 31-year-old.

Liverpool make Andy Robertson transfer U-turn

Transfer insider Ben Jacobs shared the breaking development on X, clarifying that while the move was close, Liverpool’s current defensive situation made an exit too risky.

He reveals that Liverpool had seriously considered Tottenham’s offer, valued at over £5 million with add-ons, and even explored recalling Kostas Tsimikas from his loan spell at AS Roma to act as cover for first-choice left-back Milos Kerkez.

However, Arne Slot’s side ultimately decided against proceeding.

Jacobs noted that Robertson has remained “professional throughout negotiations” and, while open to the move to North London, never agitated for an exit.

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It was suggested that Liverpool sanctioning Robertson’s move to Tottenham could lay the groundwork for a summer move for Micky van de Ven.

However, with the Reds pulling the plug on the deal, there is a chance that the Merseyside club may not be able to establish that advantage during any future negotiations.

Robertson to get the Anfield sending off he deserves

The decision to retain Robertson ensures that one of the most decorated players of the modern era will not leave Anfield via the back door in a mid-season cut-price deal.

Since joining from Hull City in 2017, Robertson has been the heartbeat of Liverpool’s defense, winning every major trophy available.

By keeping him for the final six months of his contract, Liverpool ensure that the Anfield fan favourite will receive the grand farewell he deserves at the end of the campaign.

With the club still fighting for a top-four finish and European honors, his veteran presence and leadership will be vital, even if he is currently playing second fiddle to Kerkez.

For the Liverpool faithful, seeing their ‘working-class hero’ finish the season in Red is a far more fitting conclusion to his legendary Merseyside story.