Liverpool legend and wingback Andy Robertson will leave the club at the end of this season, the Premier League winners announced on Thursday. Since making his club debut nine years ago, Robertson has featured in 373 matches for the Reds across all competitions, winning two league titles and a Champions League as a key member. However, with Milos Kerkez’s arrival at the club this season, he was dropped in the pecking order, and has decided against renewing his contract.&nbsp;&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Scottish captain is the second high-profile player to depart from the club at the end of the season, with ace winger Mohamed Salah also bidding goodbye.&nbsp;"I'll always look back on amazing memories at this football club, I’ve put my heart and soul into the club for nine years and I’ve not got many regrets," said Robertson. "I've grown as a man and as a person. This club will always mean the world to me, the fans will mean the world to me. It has been a hell of a journey."&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/formula-one-max-verstappen-on-his-way-out-of-red-bull-gianpiero-lambiase-exit-rumour-fuels-speculation-1775745990136">Formula One: Verstappen on his way out of Red Bull? Lambiase exit rumour fuels speculation</a>&nbsp;Less than a year on from winning the Premier League, Liverpool have endured a miserable campaign, marked by tragedy off the field.&nbsp;A close friend of Robertson's, forward Diogo Jota died in a car accident in July.&nbsp;On the field, Arne Slot has struggled to find the right balance from an expensively assembled squad that sits fifth in the Premier League.&nbsp;Liverpool were also dumped out of the FA Cup 4-0 by Manchester City last weekend and lost 2-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday.&nbsp;Robertson's rise was one of the success stories of Klopp's glorious reign at Anfield.&nbsp;Signed from relegated Hull for £8 million ($11 million) in 2017, he quickly became a fan favourite.&nbsp;He sits behind only former team-mate Trent Alexander Arnold as the defender with most assists in Premier League history.&nbsp;On top of Premier League and Champions League glory, Robertson won the FA Cup, two League Cups, the Club World Cup and UEFA Super Cup.&nbsp;"I’m still fully focused on trying to end this season as positively as possible, to help these lads and to try to give a few more good moments to the fans," added Robertson.&nbsp;"That’s my aim and hopefully then we can do it and maybe closer to the end of the season you’ll have me down a camera crying my eyes out."&nbsp;(With inputs from AFP)

The end of an era at Anfield. After nine trophy-laden years and 373 appearances, Andy Robertson confirms he will leave Liverpool at the end of the 2026 season.

Liverpool legend and wingback Andy Robertson will leave the club at the end of this season, the Premier League winners announced on Thursday. Since making his club debut nine years ago, Robertson has featured in 373 matches for the Reds across all competitions, winning two league titles and a Champions League as a key member. However, with Milos Kerkez’s arrival at the club this season, he was dropped in the pecking order, and has decided against renewing his contract. Meanwhile, the Scottish captain is the second high-profile player to depart from the club at the end of the season, with ace winger Mohamed Salah also bidding goodbye. "I'll always look back on amazing memories at this football club, I’ve put my heart and soul into the club for nine years and I’ve not got many regrets," said Robertson. "I've grown as a man and as a person. This club will always mean the world to me, the fans will mean the world to me. It has been a hell of a journey." Also read | Formula One: Verstappen on his way out of Red Bull? Lambiase exit rumour fuels speculation Less than a year on from winning the Premier League, Liverpool have endured a miserable campaign, marked by tragedy off the field. A close friend of Robertson's, forward Diogo Jota died in a car accident in July. On the field, Arne Slot has struggled to find the right balance from an expensively assembled squad that sits fifth in the Premier League. Liverpool were also dumped out of the FA Cup 4-0 by Manchester City last weekend and lost 2-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday. Robertson's rise was one of the success stories of Klopp's glorious reign at Anfield. Signed from relegated Hull for £8 million ($11 million) in 2017, he quickly became a fan favourite. He sits behind only former team-mate Trent Alexander Arnold as the defender with most assists in Premier League history. On top of Premier League and Champions League glory, Robertson won the FA Cup, two League Cups, the Club World Cup and UEFA Super Cup. "I’m still fully focused on trying to end this season as positively as possible, to help these lads and to try to give a few more good moments to the fans," added Robertson. "That’s my aim and hopefully then we can do it and maybe closer to the end of the season you’ll have me down a camera crying my eyes out." (With inputs from AFP)

The end of an era at Anfield. After nine trophy-laden years and 373 appearances, Andy Robertson confirms he will leave Liverpool at the end of the 2026 season.

Liverpool wingback Andy Robertson to leave club at end of season

Liverpool have signed defender Calvin Ramsay from Scottish Premiership side Aberdeen, the Premier League club said on Sunday.

British media reported that Liverpool paid Aberdeen 4.5 million pounds ($5.50 million) plus add-ons for the 18-year-old right back.

Ramsay recorded nine assists in 33 appearances across all competitions for Aberdeen in the 2021-22 season as they narrowly avoided relegation from the Scottish top-flight and reached the final round of qualifying for the UEFA Europa Conference League.

"It was a dream come true to play for Aberdeen, and now to be at one of the biggest, if not the biggest club in the world, it`s a massive achievement and I`m looking forward to trying to show the fans what I`ve got," Ramsay said.

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Ramsay becomes the Merseyside club`s third summer signing following the arrivals of winger Fabio Carvalho and forward Darwin Nunez.

Liverpool have signed defender Calvin Ramsay from Scottish Premiership side Aberdeen, the Premier League club said on Sunday. British media reported that Liverpool paid Aberdeen 4.

Liverpool have signed defender Calvin Ramsay from Scottish Premiership side Aberdeen, the Premier League club said on Sunday. British media reported that Liverpool paid Aberdeen 4.5 million pounds ($5.50 million) plus add-ons for the 18-year-old right back. Ramsay recorded nine assists in 33 appearances across all competitions for Aberdeen in the 2021-22 season as they narrowly avoided relegation from the Scottish top-flight and reached the final round of qualifying for the UEFA Europa Conference League. "It was a dream come true to play for Aberdeen, and now to be at one of the biggest, if not the biggest club in the world, it`s a massive achievement and I`m looking forward to trying to show the fans what I`ve got," Ramsay said. Also Read: 'He got angry, wanted to kill me': Leandro Paredes recalls heated on-field clash with Lionel Messi Ramsay becomes the Merseyside club`s third summer signing following the arrivals of winger Fabio Carvalho and forward Darwin Nunez.

Liverpool sign Scottish defender Calvin Ramsay from Aberdeen

Liverpool are reportedly close to agreeing a deal to sign Benfica striker Darwin Nunez. The Uruguayan striker is one of the most highly-rated young talents in the world at present and will significantly bolster Liverpool's attack as the Reds prepare for the departure of star forward Sadio Mane this summer. Liverpool have already agreed a fee with Benfica for the prolific striker.

As per a report in Sky Sports, Liverpool will have to pay a sum of around 100 million Euros in total, including add-ons to land Nunez from the Portuguese side. The Premier League giants will pay a fee of around 75 million Euros to Benfic with the remaining 25 million in add-ons.

Nunez was one of the best players in the Primeira Liga in Portugal last season. He netted 34 goals for the club across competitions to garner eyeballs from some of the top clubs in Europe. Manchester United were also interested in securing the services of the striker and were in talks with his agent.

However, Manchester United didn't want to be involved in a bidding war with Liverpool for the Benfica star and decided to walk out of the transfer chase. Liverpool are reportedly set to offer Nunez a five-year deal at Anfield and the Uruguay international will undergo his medicals next week.

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22-year-old Nunez will be an ideal replacement for Senagalese forwad Mane, who is likely to leave Liverpool this summer. Mane has been instrumental in Liverpool's success under current manager Jurgen Klopp and has been among the goals consistently for the club having formed a fame trio alongside Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino.

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However, he has now set his heart on a move away from the club with Bayern Munich favourites to sign him this summer. The 30-year-old has just one year left on his Liverpool conract and has rejected Liverpool's new contract. Apart from Mane, Salah too just has one year left on his contract at Liverpool but he is unlikely to move this summer.

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Liverpool are reportedly close to agreeing a deal to sign Benfica striker Darwin Nunez. The Uruguayan striker is one of the most highly-rated young talents in the world at present and will significantly bolster Liverpool's attack as the Reds prepare for the departure of star forward Sadio Mane this summer.

Liverpool are reportedly close to agreeing a deal to sign Benfica striker Darwin Nunez. The Uruguayan striker is one of the most highly-rated young talents in the world at present and will significantly bolster Liverpool's attack as the Reds prepare for the departure of star forward Sadio Mane this summer. Liverpool have already agreed a fee with Benfica for the prolific striker. As per a report in Sky Sports, Liverpool will have to pay a sum of around 100 million Euros in total, including add-ons to land Nunez from the Portuguese side. The Premier League giants will pay a fee of around 75 million Euros to Benfic with the remaining 25 million in add-ons. Nunez was one of the best players in the Primeira Liga in Portugal last season. He netted 34 goals for the club across competitions to garner eyeballs from some of the top clubs in Europe. Manchester United were also interested in securing the services of the striker and were in talks with his agent. However, Manchester United didn't want to be involved in a bidding war with Liverpool for the Benfica star and decided to walk out of the transfer chase. Liverpool are reportedly set to offer Nunez a five-year deal at Anfield and the Uruguay international will undergo his medicals next week. Also Read: WATCH: Captain Sunil Chhetri scores an incredible free-kick as India beat Afghanistan 2-1 22-year-old Nunez will be an ideal replacement for Senagalese forwad Mane, who is likely to leave Liverpool this summer. Mane has been instrumental in Liverpool's success under current manager Jurgen Klopp and has been among the goals consistently for the club having formed a fame trio alongside Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino. Also Read: France midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni joins Real Madrid from Monaco on a six-year deal However, he has now set his heart on a move away from the club with Bayern Munich favourites to sign him this summer. The 30-year-old has just one year left on his Liverpool conract and has rejected Liverpool's new contract. Apart from Mane, Salah too just has one year left on his contract at Liverpool but he is unlikely to move this summer.

Liverpool agree deal to sign Benfica striker Darwin Nunez as Sadio Mane looks set to leave club

Liverpool are not blind to the qualities of Kylian Mbappe but will not be drawn into a bidding war for the Paris St Germain striker, manager Juergen Klopp said.

The France forward stayed at PSG this season despite interest from Real Madrid and has hit top form with 36 goals from 45 matches in all competitions.

The 23-year-old World Cup winner`s contract expires in June and speculation about his future has ramped up in recent weeks, though Klopp was tight-lipped about any contact between the player and Liverpool.

"Of course, we`re interested in Kylian. We`re not blind," Klopp told reporters ahead of Tuesday`s Premier League game against Southampton. "I have nothing to say about that (the reported contact). Between Kylian and Liverpool ... it`s all fine."

Klopp`s comments come with Liverpool hoping to tie down Mohamed Salah to a new deal, while fellow forward Sadio Mane has been linked with a switch away from Anfield.

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"We, of course, like him (Mbappe), if you don`t like him, then you have to question yourself," Klopp added.

"But no, we`re not ... we cannot be part of these battles. There must be other clubs involved, but that is fine. He`s a great player."

A victory for Liverpool on Tuesday would leave them a point behind leaders Manchester City ahead of the final round of the campaign.

Liverpool are not blind to the qualities of Kylian Mbappe but will not be drawn into a bidding war for the Paris St Germain striker, manager Juergen Klopp said. The France forward stayed at PSG this season despite interest from Real Madrid and has hit top form with 36 goals from 45 matches in all competitions.

Liverpool are not blind to the qualities of Kylian Mbappe but will not be drawn into a bidding war for the Paris St Germain striker, manager Juergen Klopp said. The France forward stayed at PSG this season despite interest from Real Madrid and has hit top form with 36 goals from 45 matches in all competitions. The 23-year-old World Cup winner`s contract expires in June and speculation about his future has ramped up in recent weeks, though Klopp was tight-lipped about any contact between the player and Liverpool. "Of course, we`re interested in Kylian. We`re not blind," Klopp told reporters ahead of Tuesday`s Premier League game against Southampton. "I have nothing to say about that (the reported contact). Between Kylian and Liverpool ... it`s all fine." Klopp`s comments come with Liverpool hoping to tie down Mohamed Salah to a new deal, while fellow forward Sadio Mane has been linked with a switch away from Anfield. Also Read: WAGatha Christie - Coleen Rooney's lawyer claims Rebekah Vardy's agent leaked stories on her behalf "We, of course, like him (Mbappe), if you don`t like him, then you have to question yourself," Klopp added. "But no, we`re not ... we cannot be part of these battles. There must be other clubs involved, but that is fine. He`s a great player." A victory for Liverpool on Tuesday would leave them a point behind leaders Manchester City ahead of the final round of the campaign.

Liverpool interested in Mbappe but will not get drawn into transfer battle, says Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has played down talk of a summer spending spree in a bid to revive the Anfield club's fortunes.

The German boss believes it will be a relatively quiet transfer window despite speculation linking Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe and Jadon Sancho with big-money moves.&nbsp;

But, with clubs across Europe still counting the cost of the coronavirus pandemic on their finances as a result of having to play behind closed doors, the continent's leading teams have a lot less spending money than in previous years.&nbsp;

Liverpool's finances could be stretched even further if the Merseysiders fail to qualify for the Champions League, with Klopp adamant he will not spend heavily after his side ceded the Premier League title to Manchester City.

Klopp believes many teams won't move into the transfer window until after Euro 2022, saying: "The market will be really strange.&nbsp;

"I hear about really big money moves... is Kylian Mbappe going? Haaland? Sancho? I don't see that happening a lot this summer because the football world is still not in the same place it was before.

"We will see how the market will develop but for sure it won't be an early market."

<h2>- 'Beat the best team in the world' -</h2>

Klopp, pointing out Liverpool had won the Champions League and Premier League during his time at Anfield, said: "I never look at other clubs and think 'They can do this, so we can't do that'.

"I am not interested in being the coach of the best team in the world, I am interested in being the coach of the team who can beat the best team in the world."

And he said a fully-fit Liverpool squad could still challenge City, Chelsea and Thursday's opponents Manchester United, with Reds boss looking forward to seeing Virgil Van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Joel Matip, as well as captain Jordan Henderson, returning to pre-season training.

"Getting the (injured) players back makes us better, definitely. These are our first transfers," he said.

Meanwhile Klopp said it was a "crime" to make United play three games in five days.

United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made 10 changes ahead of his side's 2-1 home defeat by Leicester on Tuesday, which confirmed Manchester City as champions.

But the result also gave the Foxes, now in third, a nine-point advantage over deposed champions Liverpool, who are scrambling to qualify for next season's Champions League.

Liverpool, who have two games in hand over Leicester, are seven points adrift of fourth-placed Chelsea, having played a game fewer.

United's congested schedule came about following the postponement of their clash with Liverpool earlier this month as a result of protests at Old Trafford against US owners the Glazers.

"To play Sunday-Tuesday-Thursday is a crime," said Klopp. "It is. But it is not the fault of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and the players."

He added: "If we don't qualify for the Champions League it is not the fault of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his team selection or the Premier League, it is our fault."

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has played down talk of a summer spending spree in a bid to revive the Anfield club's fortunes. The German boss believes it will be a relatively quiet transfer window despite speculation linking Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe and Jadon Sancho with big-money moves.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has played down talk of a summer spending spree in a bid to revive the Anfield club's fortunes. The German boss believes it will be a relatively quiet transfer window despite speculation linking Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe and Jadon Sancho with big-money moves. But, with clubs across Europe still counting the cost of the coronavirus pandemic on their finances as a result of having to play behind closed doors, the continent's leading teams have a lot less spending money than in previous years. Liverpool's finances could be stretched even further if the Merseysiders fail to qualify for the Champions League, with Klopp adamant he will not spend heavily after his side ceded the Premier League title to Manchester City. Klopp believes many teams won't move into the transfer window until after Euro 2022, saying: "The market will be really strange. "I hear about really big money moves... is Kylian Mbappe going? Haaland? Sancho? I don't see that happening a lot this summer because the football world is still not in the same place it was before. "We will see how the market will develop but for sure it won't be an early market." - 'Beat the best team in the world' - Klopp, pointing out Liverpool had won the Champions League and Premier League during his time at Anfield, said: "I never look at other clubs and think 'They can do this, so we can't do that'. "I am not interested in being the coach of the best team in the world, I am interested in being the coach of the team who can beat the best team in the world." And he said a fully-fit Liverpool squad could still challenge City, Chelsea and Thursday's opponents Manchester United, with Reds boss looking forward to seeing Virgil Van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Joel Matip, as well as captain Jordan Henderson, returning to pre-season training. "Getting the (injured) players back makes us better, definitely. These are our first transfers," he said. Meanwhile Klopp said it was a "crime" to make United play three games in five days. United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made 10 changes ahead of his side's 2-1 home defeat by Leicester on Tuesday, which confirmed Manchester City as champions. But the result also gave the Foxes, now in third, a nine-point advantage over deposed champions Liverpool, who are scrambling to qualify for next season's Champions League. Liverpool, who have two games in hand over Leicester, are seven points adrift of fourth-placed Chelsea, having played a game fewer. United's congested schedule came about following the postponement of their clash with Liverpool earlier this month as a result of protests at Old Trafford against US owners the Glazers. "To play Sunday-Tuesday-Thursday is a crime," said Klopp. "It is. But it is not the fault of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and the players." He added: "If we don't qualify for the Champions League it is not the fault of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his team selection or the Premier League, it is our fault."

Klopp wary of Liverpool summer spending spree

Liverpool are unlikely to bolster their injury-hit defence this month due to the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic, manager Jurgen Klopp revealed on Thursday.

The English champions are expected to be without Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez for the rest of the season, while Joel Matip is also currently sidelined leaving Klopp without a senior recognised centre-back.

Midfielder Fabinho has deputised in central defence for most the season, while youngsters Rhys Williams and Nat Phillips have had to be drafted in.

Despite the closure of stadiums to fans due to Covid-19 restrictions, the Reds spent a reported £70 million in the summer transfer window on Konstantinos Tsimikas, Thiago Alcantara and Diogo Jota, all of whom have also had spells out due to injury.

"I cannot say definitely we will not do it, it's just not likely because of the situation in the world," said Klopp ahead of his side's trip to Aston Villa in the FA Cup on Friday. "It's not the best situation for the whole planet, so why should it be for a football club."

The German led Liverpool to winning the Champions League in 2018/19 and followed that up with the club's first league title for 30 years in 2020.

However, the financial springboard expected from that success has not materialised with the growing possibility of a full season with supporters through the gates.

"This club, with these owners, will always be very responsible with the things we do," added Klopp.

"If the world would be a normal place, everything would be fine, we won the league, won the Champions League, the club is in the best possible situation, then you have three senior centre-halves all injured - is that a situation where usually we would do something?

"Yes, definitely, but we are not in that situation so I don't know if something will happen or not.

"We have to deal with the situation like we did it so far and we have to get through this."

Liverpool still top the Premier League, but the injury toll has shown in recent weeks as they have failed to win in three league games for the first time since 2018 to see their advantage at the top of the table whittled away.

Manchester United are level on points with Klopp's men and have a game in hand to come at Burnley on Tuesday before the top two face off at Anfield on January 17.

Liverpool are unlikely to bolster their injury-hit defence this month due to the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic, manager Jurgen Klopp revealed on Thursday.

Liverpool are unlikely to bolster their injury-hit defence this month due to the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic, manager Jurgen Klopp revealed on Thursday. The English champions are expected to be without Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez for the rest of the season, while Joel Matip is also currently sidelined leaving Klopp without a senior recognised centre-back. Midfielder Fabinho has deputised in central defence for most the season, while youngsters Rhys Williams and Nat Phillips have had to be drafted in. Despite the closure of stadiums to fans due to Covid-19 restrictions, the Reds spent a reported £70 million in the summer transfer window on Konstantinos Tsimikas, Thiago Alcantara and Diogo Jota, all of whom have also had spells out due to injury. "I cannot say definitely we will not do it, it's just not likely because of the situation in the world," said Klopp ahead of his side's trip to Aston Villa in the FA Cup on Friday. "It's not the best situation for the whole planet, so why should it be for a football club." The German led Liverpool to winning the Champions League in 2018/19 and followed that up with the club's first league title for 30 years in 2020. However, the financial springboard expected from that success has not materialised with the growing possibility of a full season with supporters through the gates. "This club, with these owners, will always be very responsible with the things we do," added Klopp. "If the world would be a normal place, everything would be fine, we won the league, won the Champions League, the club is in the best possible situation, then you have three senior centre-halves all injured - is that a situation where usually we would do something? "Yes, definitely, but we are not in that situation so I don't know if something will happen or not. "We have to deal with the situation like we did it so far and we have to get through this." Liverpool still top the Premier League, but the injury toll has shown in recent weeks as they have failed to win in three league games for the first time since 2018 to see their advantage at the top of the table whittled away. Manchester United are level on points with Klopp's men and have a game in hand to come at Burnley on Tuesday before the top two face off at Anfield on January 17.

Klopp blames Covid crisis for lack of transfer funds at Liverpool