Andy Robertson lifts the lid on Jurgen Klopp’s message as Liverpool star prepares for Euro 2024 opener

Liverpool defender Andy Robertson has revealed he received a message from Jurgen Klopp ahead of Euro 2024 after breaking a record for Scotland in the build-up.

Robertson is set to lead his country in the opening game of the tournament tomorrow as the Scots take on Germany in Munich. They will aim to upset their home fans and make the perfect start to Group A, with Hungary and Switzerland also competing for a place in the knockout stages.

Robertson enters the tournament having broken the record for most games as Scotland captain. The left-back donned the armband for the 49th time last week in a warm-up match against Finland.

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And the 30-year-old received a special message from his former manager ahead of tomorrow’s game, although Robertson will be aiming to upset Klopp against his home nation.

“He texted me last week when I broke the record but that was it, all he said was congratulations,” Robertson said during a pre-match press conference. “It will be interesting to see who he backs tomorrow – there’s only one answer to that – but I don’t need any advice from him. I hope he will enjoy the game, but not too much.”

Robertson also played down fears about his fitness ahead of the tournament opener. He was spotted leaving Scotland’s first training session in Germany early after apparently picking up a knock.

“Physically good, mentally good, I’m looking forward to what’s next,” added Robertson. “I’ve had an ankle injury since March and I’ve been nursing it a bit since then.

“It’s all good now, we’ve been pretty relaxed about the whole situation but I’m good to go. Mentally, physically, we are all ready and at the start we will be 100%.”

Liverpool.com says: Just when you thought you were getting over Klopp’s departure. It’s great to see that he’s staying in touch with the players after he’s gone, and hopefully he might send a congratulatory message to one or two of them at the end of the tournament.

As for Robertson’s fitness, it’s good to hear that the knock in training is nothing serious and he should be ready to lead his nation tomorrow. Arne Slot may be keeping his fingers crossed that Robertson doesn’t aggravate that ankle again.