While West Ham United managed to offload several players like Emerson Palmieri and Edson Alvarez in the final days of the transfer window, Andy Irving remains part of Graham Potter’s squad.
The situation surrounding Irving is complex. He has not seen much Premier League action, playing only 186 minutes since last season’s start. Despite making a positive impression in pre-season, his limited involvement has made it challenging for fans to assess his true abilities.
Irving, a Scotland international, rejected moves to Wrexham and Leicester City to fight for his place at West Ham. The club turned down a bid from Celtic and Irving remained determined to prove himself in the Premier League.
While clubs like Wrexham and Leicester expressed interest in him, Irving chose to remain at West Ham, avoiding a drop to the Championship. His decision reflects his belief in his potential to establish himself in the top-flight.
Irving expressed his frustration at the lack of playing time last season but remains committed to working hard and seizing every opportunity to showcase his abilities. He acknowledges the challenges but looks forward to future opportunities to make an impact at the London Stadium.
