Scotland captain Andy Robertson finds himself in a precarious position at Liverpool, as he grapples with a shift in the club’s hierarchy under new manager Arne Slot.
Once a mainstay in the starting line-up, the 30-year-old left-back is now facing fierce competition from Konstantinos Tsimikas, who claimed the position against Brentford last weekend.
Robertson has been a pivotal figure for Liverpool since his arrival from Hull City in 2017 for a mere £8million, enjoying a storied career at Anfield.
He played a crucial role in many remarkable achievements under Slot's predecessor Jurgen Klopp, including triumphs in both English and European competitions.
His contributions have not only solidified his reputation as one of the finest defenders in the modern game but have also etched his name in the annals of Liverpool’s rich history.
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However, with just 18 months remaining on his current contract, Robertson's future in Merseyside appears uncertain.
The emergence of Tsimikas, who has impressed with his performances, has led to speculation about Robertson's long-term role within the squad.
Former Liverpool midfielder Didi Hamann has weighed in on the situation, suggesting that it may only be a matter of time before Slot decides to transition away from Robertson and fellow full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, who continues to be linked with a January switch to Real Madrid.
"Andy Robertson has the sending off [vs Fulham] and a few mistakes but I think he has just been a bit unfortunate," Hamann - who won the Champions League with Liverpool in 2005 - told BestOffShoreSportsbooks.org.
"Sometimes the ball doesn’t bounce your way and that doesn’t mean that you’re not an exceptional player.
"We know how good he is going forward and that is what he likes to do. I think he is still decent, although there are a lot of better players defensively out there.
"I think the system makes things a bit harder for Robertson and Trent Alexander-Arnold, but what we have seen is Konstantinos Tsimikas playing, so Arne Slot doesn’t see Robertson as one of his key players."
