Andy Robertson poised for Liverpool extension but Celtic must keep an eye

Celtic must keep a close eye on Andy Robertson’s situation at Liverpool, even as reports suggest the Scotland captain could be offered a new short-term deal at Anfield.

The left-back’s contract is due to expire at the end of the season, and while Liverpool are believed to be considering an extension of one or two years, his long-term future remains uncertain.

Tottenham Hotspur are also being linked, with the Premier League side thought to see him as strong competition – or even an upgrade – on their current options on the left.

Robertson has become a modern Liverpool great since joining the club in 2017. He has made more than 350 appearances, winning two Premier League titles, the Champions League, the FA Cup, and multiple domestic cups. From full-back, he has chipped in with 12 goals and an outstanding 68 assists, setting the standard for attacking defenders in England.

Despite that status, this is a natural crossroads. Liverpool are reshaping their squad. Robertson is 30, and his next contract will likely be the last major one of his career at the top level. If the Reds do put an offer on the table, it is easy to imagine him signing on again, such is his bond with the club and its support.

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Andy Robertson poised for Liverpool extension but Celtic must keep an eye

A move to Spurs would also make sense on paper. He would remain in the Premier League, with a realistic chance of regular minutes, and join a team that aims to compete near the top of the table. Much will depend on who is in charge in north London next season and how they see the balance of their back line.

Yet for Celtic, this is exactly why they cannot lose sight of the opportunity. The club will appoint a new manager in the summer and will need leaders in the dressing room as well as quality on the pitch. Robertson is a boyhood Celtic fan, has spoken before about wanting to play for the Hoops one day, and would tick every box in terms of experience, mentality, and connection with the support.

Reports suggest Liverpool would look for around £5 million to sell, a figure that is modest for a player of his pedigree but still a serious commitment for Celtic once wages are taken into account. That price, combined with the timing of the window and Liverpool’s own needs, helps explain why no move was realistic in January.

The potential new deal at Anfield does not close the door completely. An extra year or two would delay, not kill, the chance of a Parkhead homecoming. If Celtic are serious, they will need to be ready to act whenever the window opens – financially, structurally, and in terms of planning the squad around a signing of that size.