Virgil van Dijk has expressed his desire for Andy Robertson to remain at Liverpool amidst ongoing discussions regarding a potential transfer to Tottenham Hotspur. Spurs reportedly made an approach for the Liverpool left-back last week and are in preliminary talks about a deal. With the winter transfer window deadline looming on February 2nd, Tottenham are looking to reinforce their squad, and have identified Robertson as a key target.

Robertson's future at Liverpool has become a topic of much discussion, especially with his contract set to expire at the end of the season. The Scotland international is said to be seeking regular playing time, particularly with the 2026 World Cup on the horizon, and his status as captain of the national team further underscores this need. This season, he has started in only four Premier League matches, a significant decrease from his usual role as an automatic choice.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has acknowledged Robertson's importance to the club, but also hinted at the possibility of a departure. Slot stated that he needs all his players, but also alluded to the limited depth in the squad. He highlighted that Robertson had to come in at halftime during the recent 3-2 defeat against Bournemouth, replacing Milos Kerkez, and that he knew playing Kerkez for the entire match was not feasible.

Tottenham's interest in Robertson reflects their desire to add experience to their squad. While they have recently signed 19-year-old left-back Souza from Santos in Brazil, manager Thomas Frank is reportedly looking for a more seasoned player. However, when questioned about the potential transfer, Frank remained tight-lipped, stating that he doesn't speak about players who are not currently in the club.

The proposed transfer fee for Robertson is reportedly around £5 million, a figure that has sparked outrage among Liverpool fans. Many supporters believe that selling a player of Robertson's experience and caliber for such a low price, especially to a team they might face in the Champions League, is illogical. They have made their feelings clear, expressing a strong desire for the club to retain one of their longest-serving and most reliable players. Following Robertson's substitution in the Bournemouth game, fans chanted his name, underscoring his popularity.

Liverpool are believed to value Robertson's service and commitment to the club. The club may also be considering recalling Kostas Tsimikas from his loan spell at Roma, potentially as a replacement for Robertson. However, Tsimikas has not yet showcased his best form in Italy.

Robertson joined Liverpool in 2017 from Hull City and has since made 363 appearances for the club. He has been a key figure in Liverpool's success, winning the Champions League and two Premier League titles.