'Arne Slot is losing exactly what Liverpool needs this summer — I've seen it firsthand'
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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesLiverpool FCEXCLUSIVE: Arne Slot knows he will be losing at least two of his experienced players this season, and the Liverpool boss has been warned he could be waving goodbye to exactly what he needs at AnfieldLiverpool boss Arne Slot already knows he will be losing at least two players this summer(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool has been warned it could be losing exactly what it needs next season as Andy Robertson brings his time at Anfield to an end.The left-back has already confirmed he will be leaving the club when his contract expires in the summer, bringing the curtain down on his nine years with the Reds as he follows Mohamed Salah out of the door.Robertson has seen his game time drop this season — despite being named the club’s new vice-captain — following the signing of Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth last season, although some pundits have argued that the Scotland international should have been given more minutes by Arne Slot.READ MORE: Arne Slot names 'first aim' of Liverpool summer transfers with two additions already confirmedREAD MORE: Everton chairman 'kicked' Liverpool icons out of stadium after late dramaFormer Liverpool defender Dominic Matteo is among those to hold that belief, and has detailed exactly what the Reds will be losing when Robertson departs.Speaking exclusively to Liverpool.com via BetSelect.co.uk, Matteo feels it’s not just Robertson’s impact on the pitch that will be felt, but his influence inside the dressing room.“It’s a massive loss because of his love for Liverpool and what he's achieved,” Matteo said. “He’s so passionate about the club, and he's always led by example.Andy Robertson will leave Liverpool this summer(Image: Ryan Crockett/DeFodi via Getty Images)“It’ll be a sad day for him and for his family and for all the players as well, because he's been a huge part of Liverpool's success.
He’s well-liked and has always conducted himself in a ‘Liverpool way’ we used to call it. He’s one of the best signings the club has probably ever made.”Robertson has made 32 appearances for Liverpool this season, with only half of those coming from the start, as Kerkez has taken on the mantle of first-choice left-back for Slot.Matteo though agrees with fellow former Scotland international Ally McCoist that the 32-year-old should have featured a lot more in what has been a difficult season for the Reds.Get LFC's 2025/26 season home and away kitsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.
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