West Ham United owned midfielder Andy Irving has been playing his football over in Austria this season.
It was a major surprise back in the summer of 2023 when West Ham signed Andy Irving on deadline day from SK Austria Klagenfurt, before loaning him back to the Austrian outfit for the season.
Whether Hammers boss David Moyes actually has any intentions of using him next term remains to be seen, but he has been impressing in the Austrian Bundesliga this season.
His side are currently sitting in fourth spot in the table, and the former Hearts man has played a key role in his team’s successful campaign.
It will be interesting to see over the next few months whether he is given a chance at the London Stadium…
West Ham owned player Andy Irving impressing in Austria
The 23-year-old has been in fine form for Austria Klagenfurt this term, and the Hammers hierarchy are surely keeping a very close eye on his development.
He has four goals and four assists to his name in 21 games in all competitions so far this season (Transfermarkt).
The all-action Scottish midfielder is an orthodox central midfielder by trade, but he can play in the deep-lying role, as well as a more advanced position if need be.
He is incredibly silky, with a wand of a left foot, and he undoubtedly has the technical capabilities needed to play for a top 10 Premier League side.
The only question mark that hangs over his head is whether he has the physical attributes required to be a hit in England’s top flight, what with its robust nature and intense speed.
He has plenty of experience in playing in the Scottish Premiership though, so he should be just fine. Andy Irving is one to keep an eye on for all West Ham fans for sure.
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