Liverpool’s Andrew Robertson admits talks with Klopp; loan to Newcastle would be ideal for all

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Liverpool’s Andrew Robertson isn’t happy with his lack of playing time at Anfield.

Liverpool defender Andrew Robertson admitted to the Liverpool Echo earlier this week that he has spoken to manager Jurgen Klopp about his lack of playing time this season.

The Reds swooped to sign Robertson from Hull City over the summer following their relegation to the Championship, with the Scotland international seen as a player who could help solve Klopp’s issues at left back.

Robertson, who showed real promise last season, has impressed in his limited playing time for Liverpool this season, but he has just three appearances to his name in all competitions.

Alberto Moreno has saved his Liverpool career with some promising displays at left back, leaving Robertson on the sidelines – and he has told the Liverpool Echo that he has spoken to manager Klopp about his playing time.

With James Milner also capable of playing at left back, Liverpool may well consider loaning Robertson out in January, and Newcastle could be an ideal destination for the 23-year-old.

The Hull Daily Mail reported over the summer that Newcastle were interested in landing Robertson before his move to Liverpool, and the former Dundee United youngster may have been better off at St. James’ Park given Rafael Benitez’s problems at left back.

Paul Dummett has been missing since the opening day of the season, forcing Benitez to use players out of position at left back – but Robertson could come in and offer a natural attacking threat at left back, whilst a takeover at St. James’ Park could lend itself to pushing for a permanent deal in the end.

If it would only be a loan, then Liverpool may see the benefit in letting Robertson spend the second half of the season learning under Benitez, a manager who has become known for his organisational skills and defensive work, improving a major part of Robertson’s game.

If Newcastle receive any encouragement that Robertson could be available in January, then Benitez should be very, very interested – and it could be a move that suits all parties as Robertson searches for first-team football.