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Liverpool full-back set for emotional summer exit as Celtic move nears

Robertson’s Liverpool chapter nears conclusion

Andrew Robertson’s illustrious Liverpool career appears to be entering its final act. According to Fichajes, the Scottish full-back will not renew his contract at Anfield, with plans in place for a summer departure on a free transfer. Celtic, his boyhood club, are leading the race to secure his signature, with talks already underway for a potential pre-contract agreement in January.

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Robertson has been a defining figure in Liverpool’s modern era since joining from Hull City in 2017. Over 340 appearances later, his name is etched into the club’s recent history, contributing to Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup triumphs. His energy, commitment and consistency made him a fan favourite, a cornerstone of Jürgen Klopp’s side, and a leader in both presence and attitude.

Transition at Anfield

Now aged 31, Robertson’s influence remains, but Liverpool’s long-term planning has shifted focus. The rise of Milos Kerkez and other younger full-backs signals a generational transition. Fichajes notes that the club view his potential exit as part of a natural evolution, one that respects Robertson’s legacy while preparing for the future.

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Club insiders reportedly believe that allowing him to leave next summer “would be the most reasonable step” both in sporting and financial terms. His leadership still holds short-term value, but his departure at season’s end feels increasingly inevitable.

Celtic return on the horizon

For Robertson, a return to Glasgow holds deep personal significance. He has never hidden his affection for Celtic, calling it his “dream club” and often speaking of his desire to finish his career there. Reports from Scotland suggest that both parties are close to an agreement, with a free transfer in the summer and a pre-contract possible as early as January.

Celtic view him not merely as an elite signing, but as a symbol of identity and inspiration. His experience in European competition and Premier League success would provide an immediate lift, both technically and emotionally, to the squad and its supporters.

End of an era

Robertson’s likely exit marks the closing of a chapter that defined Liverpool’s modern identity. Alongside Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, he helped reshape how full-backs influenced the Premier League. His relentless pressing, overlapping runs and trademark delivery from the left have been fundamental to Liverpool’s attacking style.

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As Arne Slot looks to build his own version of Liverpool, the challenge will be replacing not only Robertson’s quality but also his leadership. The decision to let him leave is pragmatic, but it also underscores the emotion that comes with evolution.

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For Liverpool supporters, this news will be met with both sadness and admiration. Andrew Robertson embodies everything they value in a player: humility, heart and consistency. He arrived quietly, developed relentlessly, and became one of the best full-backs in world football. To see him depart, even for a romantic return to Celtic, feels like saying farewell to a family member rather than a footballer.

The reported plan makes sense from a sporting perspective. At 31, Robertson’s physical demands have been enormous, given the intensity of Liverpool’s system over the years. Transitioning to younger legs, like Milos Kerkez, reflects sensible squad management. Yet emotionally, his exit will sting. He represents a golden era that delivered trophies, belief and pride.

For Celtic fans, this is more than a transfer, it is a homecoming. Robertson’s return would be celebrated across Glasgow as a statement of ambition and affection. He would bring European experience, professionalism and leadership to a young side chasing continental progress.

Liverpool fans will hope he leaves on a high, with his trademark energy still driving the team forward. Whatever happens next, Robertson’s name will forever be synonymous with the Klopp era, etched alongside those who restored Liverpool’s greatness.