Andy Robertson makes ‘dream’ Celtic admission as he reveals how curry and £18 wage eased Parkhead heartbreak

Scotland captain opens up on Celtic release and what club means to him

Scotsman

Published: Tuesday, 22 September 2026 at 11:20 AM

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Andy Robertson described his release from Celtic at age 15 as the best thing that happened to him.
Robertson joined Tottenham Hotspur on a free transfer in the summer following his exit from Liverpool.
The 32-year-old left-back made 378 appearances across nine years at Liverpool after signing for £8 million.

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Scotland captain Andy Robertson discussed his teenage release from Celtic during an appearance on the Stick to Football podcast alongside Jamie Carragher, Gary Neville, Ian Wright, and Jill Scott. Robertson reflected on leaving his boyhood club at age 15, noting that significant backroom changes and his smaller physical stature contributed to the decision, which he ultimately considers a positive turning point in his football career.

Following his departure from Celtic, Robertson began rebuilding his career at amateur side Queen's Park before moving to Dundee United and Hull City. He eventually spent nine years at Liverpool after an £8 million transfer under manager Jurgen Klopp, making 378 appearances. Now 32 and a veteran of 97 caps for Scotland, the left-back joined Tottenham Hotspur on a free transfer in the summer.

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