Liverpool are unlikely to promote left-back Andy Robertson to Tottenham within the switch window as issues stand.
After contemplating a proposal value £5m from Spurs for Robertson, who’s out of contract in the summertime, the Reds have decided they don’t seem to be capable of proceed.
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A deal was agreed in precept between the golf equipment final week that the transfer may occur after Liverpool’s remaining Champions League league match on Wednesday.
Nevertheless, the deal was additionally depending on Liverpool having the ability to recall left-back Kostas Tsimikas from his mortgage at Roma, which they haven’t been in a position to take action far.
Defender Joe Gomez additionally suffered an harm that compelled him off within the first half of Saturday’s Premier League defeat at Bournemouth.
It’s understood Robertson was not pushing for a transfer, though the Scotland captain is eager to play extra frequently earlier than this summer time’s World Cup.
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Liverpool signed him from Hull Metropolis for £8m in 2017 throughout Jurgen Klopp’s reign and he has made 364 appearances for the Reds.
The 31-year-old has gained 9 trophies throughout his time at Anfield, together with two Premier League titles and the Champions League.
Nevertheless, he’s not the first-choice left-back below Arne Slot, with Milos Kerkez the popular choice.
Robertson got here off the bench to exchange Kerkez in opposition to Bournemouth however he has began simply 4 occasions within the Premier League this season.
After the match, Liverpool captain calling him a “crucial” member of the squad.
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Defending champions Liverpool are sixth within the league, 14 factors behind leaders Arsenal, however are in a powerful place to succeed in the Champions League final 16 and can face Brighton within the fourth spherical of the FA Cup subsequent month.
The switch window closes on 2 February.