Celtic fans were recently teased by reports linking them with boyhood supporter Andy Robertson, but journalist Pete O’Rourke has poured cold water on the speculation, suggesting that a move to Parkhead is far from guaranteed.
The Liverpool left-back, whose contract expires at the end of the season, remains one of the most reliable defenders in European football. At 32, Robertson has been linked with a number of clubs who could offer top-flight football and continental competition—something Celtic may struggle to match.
Meanwhile, Martin O’Neill’s side continue to push for silverware, currently embroiled in a thrilling Scottish Premiership title race alongside Hearts and Rangers.
Over the weekend, Celtic secured a 3-1 victory over Motherwell at Celtic Park, with Hyun-Jun Yang scoring a brace and Tomas Cvancara adding his name to the scoresheet.
This win has injected fresh energy into their league campaign, but any potential signing like Robertson would represent a major statement for the club this summer.
Celtic latest regarding Andy Robertson links
O’Rourke provided a detailed update on Robertson’s situation in a recent Football Insider report:
“Robertson is a boyhood Celtic fan, it’s a move that would tug on the heart strings. But I don’t think there’s any more to it than that right now. It does seem that Robertson and Liverpool are willing to make a decision at the end of the season and they won’t rush into anything.
“It’ll be Robertson’s decision what he wants to do. At this stage of his career, he still probably want to play at the highest level possible.
“I’m sure there’ll be rival Premier League interest in Robertson’s signature if he does become a free agent and I think there’ll be interest from abroad as well. He’s had interest from Tottenham of course and Atletico Madrid as well last summer. So I think it’ll be a difficult deal to do for Celtic at this stage, I’m not sure it’s something he will be entirely keen on if other clubs come calling.”
The update clarifies that while Celtic fans might dream of seeing their hero return home, the practicalities of Robertson’s career ambitions could make a move to the Scottish Premiership challenging.
What now for Andy Robertson amid Celtic links?
Liverpool face a critical decision regarding Robertson’s future. Should no agreement be reached, the full-back could leave Anfield for free this summer, opening the door to multiple suitors across Europe. Robertson himself will have to weigh up the possibility of joining a club where he has childhood ties versus staying in top-tier competition.
The Scotland international is no stranger to big stages, having earned 90 caps and preparing to represent his country at this year’s World Cup. Over his Liverpool career, he has made 371 appearances across all competitions, contributing 13 goals from his defensive position—a remarkable return for a left-back.
Before his rise in England, Robertson began his career in Scotland, featuring for Queen’s Park and Dundee United. He then made the move south in 2024 to Hull City, spending three formative years with the Tigers before Liverpool came calling in 2017. Since then, he has been an integral part of the Reds’ squad, earning both domestic and European honours along the way.
For Celtic supporters, the dream of signing a club legend may remain just that—a dream—unless circumstances align perfectly in the summer. For now, the focus remains on the league, and on keeping their title hopes alive as Robertson’s future continues to dominate the headlines.