Tottenham’s Andy Robertson transfer takes twist despite early verbal agreement with free agent
Tottenham’s pursuit of Andy Robertson is gathering pace, with another major hurdle cleared as the summer transfer window approaches.
Andy Robertson could end up being Tottenham Hotspur’s first signing of the summer transfer window, with the full-back set to become a free agent this summer.
Robertson has chosen not to renew his deal with Liverpool, and that decision has accelerated Spurs’ pursuit of the full-back.
Tottenham are now said to have reached an agreement with Robertson after the defender confirmed his departure from Merseyside this summer, despite five clubs showing an interest in the Liverpool man.
Tottenham given green light to sign Andy Robertson as rivals emerge
Many Spurs fans, however, are not best pleased with the club’s pursuit of Robertson, with many far from convinced that he is what is needed at this moment in time.
Interest in the full-back began during Thomas Frank’s time in the dugout, leading many supporters to believe the potential signing is a club-driven move rather than one influenced by the current manager.
TeamTalk has now revealed that new Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi has given the green light for Spurs to push on with a move for Robertson. It is claimed that the Scottish international’s experience is seen as valuable to the Tottenham dressing room.
Spurs face competition for Andy Robertson deal
But Spurs will still face competition if they are to land Robertson this summer. We reported earlier that any Robertson move will depend on Tottenham’s Premier League status, as relegation could see the deal fall through.
Celtic are still understood to be keen on the full-back, while Hull City, who are in the last Championship play-off spot, are also considering making an offer for the Liverpool man should they reach the Premier League next season.
However, TeamTalk adds that Robertson’s camp has reaffirmed that their agreement with Tottenham, initially reached in January, remains intact and unaffected by recent developments.
Even in the event of relegation, the Liverpool full-back would still be open to a move to north London, highlighting the strength of the understanding already in place.
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