Spurs made their move late last week as Thomas Frank sought to add experience to his squad.

Liverpool vice-captain Robertson revealed earlier this months talks were still taking place with the club over a new deal but Spurs have enter preliminary discussions with their Premier League rivals.

Letting opponents back into games has been a common theme this season and Robertson said that is something which has to be stopped.

Liverpool contacted the referees’ chief to raise concerns about the interpretation of the offside rules.

The Scot was hampered by shoulder and ankle issues.

Ibrahima Konate, absent for Liverpool’s last three games, is set to be available this weekend.

Liverpool will face either Watford or Southampton in the fifth round