Hendrick hails Liverpool all-time great ahead of expected Spurs exit

Liverpool Face Emotional Shift as Andy Robertson Negotiates Possible Move to Tottenham

Robertson’s Status as a Liverpool Icon Emphasised on The Daily Red

On the latest episode of The Daily Red for Anfield Index, Dave Hendrick captured the depth of feeling around Liverpool as reports emerged linking Andy Robertson with a January move to Tottenham. Hendrick opened by reminding listeners of the scale of the moment, calling it “your daily reminder that we might be about to lose a legend.”

He confirmed that journalists including David Ornstein and Paul Joyce had reported talks between the clubs, and he acknowledged that while he had expected change in the summer, a January exit felt unsettling. As he put it, “to sell him in January in a season that’s been as difficult as this one has been, I just don’t really understand what the logic would be.”

With Andrew Robertson entering the final months of his contract and longing for regular football, Hendrick understood the personal motivations but questioned the timing. His words carried a sense of disruption, particularly when Liverpool still rely on Robertson’s presence, experience and influence.

Footballing Value and Human Value Intertwined

Hendrick contrasted Robertson’s quality with the proposed succession plan. While Liverpool appear ready to recall Kostas Tsimikas from Roma, Hendrick pointed out bluntly, “Kostas is not in good form. He’s not played well this season.” In contrast, he argued that Robertson has performed strongly when called upon, saying, “This is the best Robbo has played since the 21/22 season.”

He emphasised how Robertson’s reduced schedule has allowed him to remain sharp, explaining that when fit and fresh, “Andy Robertson can empty the tank… he can still get up and down that line… he can still lock down a winger.”

Yet for Hendrick, the conversation was never only about footballing ability. He described Robertson as “a club legend”, “one of the best left backs we’ve ever had” and insisted that the gap between him and the next best Liverpool left back of the Premier League era “couldn’t even calculate.”

His recollection of Robertson’s character was rich with detail. He evoked the famous moment when he pressed Manchester City on his own, calling it the instant “everybody fell in love with Robbo.” He described him as someone who “has never seen a scrap he didn’t want to get into” and “tough as nails.”

The praise stretched back to the roots of Robertson’s journey, from Queens Park to Dundee United to Hull City. Hendrick reminded listeners that Liverpool had effectively “got him for free”, given the financial structure of the Kevin Stewart deal. From there, Robertson became a fixture, producing season after season of reliability, commitment and competitive fire.

Concerns Over Timing and What Liverpool Lose

Hendrick’s greatest objection centred on timing rather than principle. He stressed that a summer departure would have allowed Liverpool and Robertson to prepare emotionally and practically. A January move risks a muted exit, which he believes is undeserved. As he said, “It will almost feel like they’ve kind of pushed him out the side door.”

He reiterated that any transfer would only happen with Robertson’s approval, stating, “This is not happening without him wanting it to happen.” The club, he argued, would never jeopardise their relationship with a player he calls “the best value for money in the Premier League era.”

His final reflection summarised the sentiment felt across the fanbase: “More so than the player, I think we have been blessed by the human being.”

Liverpool’s Challenge in Managing Change

Hendrick briefly noted that leadership within the squad will need reshaping, as Robertson has long been central to Liverpool’s identity under different managers. With Arne Slot guiding a transitional side through a demanding season, this potential loss adds complexity at a vulnerable moment.

As the Daily Red episode closed, the message remained simple. This story is not about accounting or contracts. It is about a player who arrived quietly, reshaped a position and left a mark that will endure long after he plays his final match in red.