Liverpool are plotting a clever £40m signing of ex-Everton star who’s ready to make Anfield switch
Liverpool are intensifying their search for a new left-back and have identified Fulham’s Antonee Robinson as a prime target in what could prove a shrewd piece of business this summer. The Reds are looking to secure a long-term successor to Andy Robertson, whose contract expires at the end of the current season, and Robinson fits the bill perfectly as a dynamic, Premier League-proven option.
Arne Slot’s side view the 28-year-old United States international as an ideal candidate to compete with—and potentially partner—Milos Kerkez for the left-sided defensive role. Kerkez, signed last summer, has been part of Liverpool’s plans, but the hierarchy believe a Robinson-Kerkez combination could provide the perfect blend of experience, athleticism, and attacking threat for years to come.
Robinson, a former Everton academy graduate, is considered one of the standout full-backs in the Premier League when at his best. His blistering pace, relentless energy, and ability to contribute in both phases of play have made him a key figure for Fulham, despite missing time through injury earlier this term. Now back in Marco Silva’s starting XI, he continues to impress and is a 50-cap USA international with eyes on shining at this year’s World Cup in North America—a tournament that could further elevate his stock.
According to reports from Caught Offside, Liverpool are actively monitoring Robinson, whose future at Craven Cottage is in some doubt. With his contract running until 2028, Fulham have so far been unable to secure an extension, raising the possibility they may opt to cash in this summer rather than risk losing him for a reduced fee in the future. A fee in the region of £40million is said to be sufficient to prise him away from west London.
The transfer landscape is complicated by competition from Manchester United, who see Robinson as a potential upgrade on Luke Shaw and have him high on their wishlist. However, well-placed sources indicate that Liverpool hold a significant advantage in any head-to-head battle. TEAMtalk correspondent Graeme Bailey revealed as far back as January that Robinson was on the Reds’ shortlist as an ideal Robertson replacement, and crucially, the player himself is ‘keen on a return to Merseyside’.
Despite his Everton roots, Robinson is understood to be open—indeed enthusiastic—about making the switch to Anfield. This preference could prove decisive, giving Slot’s side the upper hand over their rivals as discussions heat up ahead of the summer window.
Robertson, now 32, has been a cornerstone of Liverpool’s recent successes, delivering countless assists and embodying the club’s high-intensity style. Yet with his future uncertain—he came close to a surprise January move to Tottenham—the club are proactively planning ahead. A departure for the Scotsman would mark the end of an era, but the potential arrival of Robinson represents an exciting new chapter: a proven talent in his prime, eager for a step up to Champions League football and motivated by a personal connection to the region.
If Liverpool can secure the deal for around £40m, it would represent smart recruitment—securing a high-quality, Premier League-ready left-back without breaking the bank, while addressing long-term needs on the flank. With Robinson’s desire to join aligned with the club’s ambitions, this could be one of the shrewdest pieces of business in what promises to be a busy transfer period at Anfield.
All eyes will now be on how negotiations unfold, especially as the World Cup looms and Robinson’s performances could spark even fiercer interest. For Liverpool fans, the prospect of welcoming back a Merseyside-raised star—this time in red—feels tantalisingly close.