Jedi Faces Liverpool Amid Transfer Interest as a Little USMNT Controversy Swirls
Antonee Robinson finds himself at the center of attention this weekend as Fulham prepares to host Premier League leaders Liverpool amid swirling transfer speculation and controversy over his recent national team absence. The American left-back, who grew up in Prescot on Merseyside, has caught Liverpool's eye with impressive performances, including a Man of the Match display in Fulham's 2-2 draw at Anfield earlier this season.
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot acknowledged Robinson's quality ahead of Sunday's match, "He is definitely a threat. I saw this when Fulham played Arsenal and against us. He is having a great season." Slot also highlighted the tactical implications of facing an attack-minded fullback like Robinson, suggesting Mohamed Salah could exploit spaces left behind.
The 27-year-old defender has drawn criticism from USMNT legends Landon Donovan and Tim Howard after withdrawing from recent Nations League matches, citing tendinopathy, only to start Fulham's subsequent Premier League fixtures. Donovan expressed disappointment, saying it showed the Nations League was "at the bottom of his priority list."
Despite the controversy and persistent Liverpool transfer links, Robinson has maintained focus, telling ESPN: "Transfer rumors and stuff like that, I try not to look at." With over 130 Premier League appearances, the former Everton trainee will be key to Fulham's efforts to derail Liverpool's title charge, which currently sees them holding a 12-point advantage.
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