Liverpool defender Andy Robertson has defended his decision to pull out of Scotland’s Euro 2020 qualifiers against Cyprus and Kazakhstan by stating he has long-term concerns over an ankle problem.
The left-back, who was named in the Goal 50 this week, gave a key assist to Mohamed Salah as the Reds defeated Manchester City 3-1 on Sunday to extend their lead at the summit of the Premier League but will not be present for Steve Clarke’s men as they complete their schedule for the year.
The 25-year-old national team captain has revealed that he has been playing through injury in recent weeks and barely completing any training.