'Not going to be cheap' - Liverpool warned over transfer bid for Fulham and USMNT star Antonee Robinson as club legend John Arne Riise admits 'it's time' to sign a new left-back

The Reds are reportedly ready to bolster their defensive unit, with a possible upgrade being sought on Scotland international Andy Robertson – who is approaching his 31st birthday. It has been suggested that a raid could be launched on Premier League rivals.

United States international Robinson continues to impress at Fulham and is a player that should be enjoying the peak years of his career at the age of 27. He has been making important contributions at both ends of the field at Craven Cottage – much like Robertson has done across his memorable spell at Anfield.

Liverpool legend John Arne Riise, who knows all about the demands of life as a left-back, has told GOAL – while speaking in association with BetMGM – when quizzed on imminent recruitment business: "I think it’s the right idea if Liverpool decide to strengthen that position. I think Andy Robertson needs tougher competition in that position. I don’t think [Kostas] Tsimikas is giving that kind of pressure.

"If Liverpool decide to invest in a younger one and a good one, I think that might make Robertson realise that he has to step up. He knows that he has to perform at the top level we have seen for the last three, four, five years. A new left-back will toughen up the competition and make Robertson step up.

"If he doesn’t, then the Fulham guy might be the one if he is good enough to come in and play. I think they should strengthen the left-back position."

Riise - who also represented Fulham in his playing days - added on Robinson, who is tied to a contract through to 2028: "He’s not going to be cheap. Being Liverpool, when looking for players, all of the other clubs know the value of the player they have. The money in football at the moment is ridiculous.

"If it is Robinson, they know that is an investment for the next four, five, six, seven years. They need to start looking. Robertson is not getting any younger either. I think it’s time to get one in and make that left-back position more competitive."

Robinson has registered 10 assists for Fulham this season, having recorded six in the 2023-24 campaign, and has been linked with a move to Merseyside for some time. Fulham will be reluctant sellers if a deal is to be done, but every player has a price.

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