Thomas Frank kept his cards close to his chest when asked about Tottenham Hotspur’s reported interest in Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson, offering a familiar but pointed response during his pre-match press conference.
As reported by SoftFootball, Spurs have opened talks with Liverpool over a potential January deal, but the head coach made it clear in a post shared by Fabrizio Romano on his official X account that he would not be drawn into speculation about players outside his squad.
Fabrizio Romano posted:
Thomas Frank on Andy Robertson deal: I don’t speak about players that are not in the club, except Ronaldo and Messi. So that’s no comment.
Despite the refusal to engage publicly, the noise around Robertson continues to grow. SoftFootball understands Tottenham are pushing harder than initially planned, shifting from a wait-and-see approach to active negotiations due to mounting defensive issues.
With injuries stretching options at full-back and centre-back, Spurs are believed to see Robertson as an experienced solution who could bring leadership and consistency to the left side. Reports suggest the Scotland international is open to the move, with regular football ahead of the 2026 World Cup a key factor.
Frank’s reluctance to discuss specific names does not mean he is ignoring the broader problem. In recent weeks, he has openly acknowledged the physical strain on his squad, pointing to a congested schedule and repeated injuries.
After a difficult FA Cup exit, he explained that recruitment work is ongoing before stating:
We are out there working very hard, trying to improve the squad.
That comment underlined his awareness that reinforcements may be necessary rather than optional. Pressure around the club has intensified following mixed league results, including the dramatic draw at Burnley where Cristian Romero rescued a late point, as detailed by SoftFootball.
Questions about Frank’s future have surfaced, but the coach has remained defiant in the face of criticism.
Responding to fan frustration after a goalless draw, he defended his approach and presence, saying:
I think I’m very daring. I’m sitting here.
Frank has also shown a protective side toward his current players. When asked previously about interest in Micky van de Ven, he sent a clear message to potential suitors by calling the defender a very important player for the club this season and for the future.
For now, Tottenham’s manager continues to focus on results and recovery, even as transfer rumours swirl loudly around him.
