Tottenham signs Andy Robertson to bolster defense as transfer window opens

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Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Tottenham signs Andy Robertson to bolster defense as transfer window opens
Summary

Tottenham has officially signed Andy Robertson from Liverpool as part of a defensive overhaul. The Scotland captain, set to leave Anfield at the end of June, joins a club that conceded 56 goals in the 2025-26 Premier League season. Robertson's experience and leadership are expected to address long-standing defensive issues, with additional signings like Marcos Senesi also anticipated. Tottenham is pursuing Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke while keeping an eye on Cristian Romero's uncertain future. Plans for midfield and attacking reinforcements are expected to follow as the transfer window progresses.

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  • Andy Robertson joins Tottenham from Liverpool ahead of June departure.
  • Tottenham conceded 56 goals in the last Premier League season.
  • Marcos Senesi is expected to sign a four-year deal with Spurs.
  • Tottenham is pursuing Brighton's Jan Paul van Hecke.
  • Plans for midfield and attacking upgrades are in consideration.
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  • 10:30 PMYahoo SportsSpurs Make Their Move as Defensive Rebuild Begins
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Tottenham Transfer News: Andy Robertson Arrival Signals Defensive ResetTottenham’s summer has begun with a decision that feels both sensible and revealing. As reported by The Athletic, Spurs have no...

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