Liverpool's left-back Andy Robertson has spoken openly about the difficult season the team experienced last year. According to Robertson, the tragic death of team-mate Diogo Jota had a massive impact on the squad, making it hard for new signings to settle in. Robertson stated that newcomers such as Alexander Isak, Florian Wirtz, and Hugo Ekitiké never had a fair chance at Liverpool due to the aftermath of Jota's death. "What we experienced was horrific. I also feel guilty towards the new players," Robertson said.
The Scottish back explained that the team's focus on football was lost after Jota's passing. "We gave up on football at that moment, that's the truth. You've just lost one of your best friends. We all have that fire as footballers, but when you lose that, you can't perform." Robertson's comments highlight the significant impact Jota's death had on the team's dynamics and performance.