Left-Back on the Move: Tottenham Close to Signing Robertson from Liverpool

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Quick developments to seal the deal.

Tottenham has moved quickly in the January window to bolster its left-back options, entering advanced negotiations with Liverpool for Scottish left-back Andrew Robertson, who is nearing the end of his Anfield contract.

Robertson, 31, is in the final six months of his deal, and Liverpool is keen to sell now for a modest fee rather than risk losing him for free.

Sky Sports values the transfer at around £5 million, a figure designed to avoid a free exit in the summer.

Initial talks began last Friday and could be wrapped up in the coming days if both sides want the move.

Robertson's experience could bolster Tottenham's left side, while his role at Liverpool has diminished this season with younger players favored.

After nine years at Liverpool, the move would give him a late chance to shine in a team chasing European football.

Punchline 1: If this transfer lands, Spurs finally get a left-back who defends with both feet and a sense of humor to match.

Punchline 2: And if Robertson flops, at least the club can say they signed a left-back named Robertson—twice as likely to stretch a smile as the defense.