The arrival of Robertson from Hull would provide competition for Milner

Liverpool are closing in on an £8 million deal for Andrew Robertson, the Hull City left back, as Lucas Leiva’s ten-year Anfield career draws to a close with a move to Lazio.

The arrival of Robertson, 23, who has won 15 Scotland caps, would provide competition for James Milner, who is set to be Jürgen Klopp’s first-choice left back this season. Alberto Moreno, the Spanish left back, is likely to leave Anfield in search of first-team football.

Liverpool have accepted a £5 million offer for Lucas, who was targeted by Lazio after they sanctioned the departure of Lucas Biglia, their captain, to AC Milan. The Brazilian midfielder did not feature in the Liverpool squad which faced Wigan Athletic in a friendly last night and he