West Ham sources anticipate second Celtic bid for Andy Irving | OneFootball

There has been further information to emerge today regarding Celtic’s potential interest in West Ham midfielder Andy Irving. The Scottish international has been linked with a move to the club for some time, and now it appears that Celtic may be preparing a second bid for the 25-year-old.

Andy Irving of Scotland during a training session at Lesser Hampden on October 08, 2024. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Interest in Irving has been evident for around a year, with previous reports hinting at Celtic’s long-standing admiration for the midfielder. As we highlighted yesterday on The Celtic Star, speculation surrounding the player’s future refuses to subside, and recent reports suggest that a fresh offer could be imminent.

According to West Ham publication Claret & Hugh in their exclusive piece, West Ham have received only one bid for their surplus players this summer—a £2.2 million offer for Irving. That initial bid, it seems, came last month.

Graham Potter is reportedly valuing Irving closer to £3.5 million

West Ham manager Graham Potter is reportedly valuing Irving closer to £3.5 million, though the article indicates that a £3 million offer may be sufficient to secure a deal. The Hammers still have several players available for transfer, but interest in these players has been limited. So far, Irving is the only player to attract a formal offer.

A source cited by Claret & Hugh, who the publication state has been involved in multiple Premier League and European transfers over the years, confirmed:

Andy Irving of West Ham during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and West Ham United FC at Stamford Bridge on February 03, 2025. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

“There’s a lot of interest but only one bid so far, and that was last month. I think they’ll get another offer soon.”

Celtic are reportedly in the mix for Irving, but there is also a note of caution, as theRangers are said to be monitoring the midfielder as well. As we all know from experience, that this can sometimes be a tactic used by clubs or agents to generate additional interest or drive up the player’s value. Nevertheless, all signs point to Irving leaving the London club before the transfer deadline. Whether that move will see him join Celtic—or another club—remains to be seen.

Securing Andy Irving could represent a change to Celtic’s well stocked midfield options. A versatile player with Premier League experience, Irving could bring something different in terms of profile to Brendan Rodgers squad.

An interesting observation regarding how signing Irving could impact Celtic’s squad structure

Adding to the discussion, Johhno, a regular and valued contributor to The Celtic Star comments section, made an interesting observation regarding how signing Irving could impact Celtic’s squad structure:

Ryan Porteous, Andy Irving and Lyndon Dykes of Scotland battle to win a header during a training session at Lesser Hampden on October 08, 2024. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

‘What has gone under the radar so far during this summer, has been how we have actually created competition for our 8 homegrown quota positions. Currently a choice between Murray and Welsh is in operation.

‘So even signing Irving, could that potentially allow for both Murray and Kenny to go out on loan, possibly for a full season, in order to gain more game time and experience, for next season in mind.

‘Would mean Welsh keeping the last homegrown place within the squad imo. With some of the prospects already within the B team, then competition growing for our 8 homegrown positions within a 25-man European squad, is far healthier than we have been for years, regarding this issue imo. Remember we only signed McCowan with minutes to spare last summer to fulfil our homegrown quota requirements.’

Ewan Henderson of Celtic holds off Andy Irving of Hearts during the Scottish Premiership match between Celtic and Hearts at Celtic Park on May 19, 2019. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

A very interesting perspective, that a potential Irving signing could not only strengthen Celtic’s midfield but also allow the club to develop young talent while ensuring compliance with homegrown squad regulation.

Niall J

More Stories / Latest News

West Ham sources anticipate second Celtic bid for Andy Irving

Aug 13 2025, 13:19

Watch highlights as Kairat Almaty go through to face Celtic

Aug 13 2025, 11:09

Now is the perfect time for Celtic to sign David Strelec

Aug 13 2025, 10:12

CELTIC IN THE EIGHTIES BY DAVID POTTER, FOREWORD BY DANNY McGRAIN is published by Celtic Star Books on the fifth day of September. You can pre-order now to guarantee your copy which will be signed by Danny McGrain, with just a limited number of signed copies still available, although they are selling very quickly.

Missing Attachment

Missing Attachment

And there’s another great benefit for readers who pre-order their copy of Celtic in the Eighties. You will also receive a copy of an earlier David Potter book – Celtic’ Icicle – Alec McNair – which you’ll receive for FREE when you pre-order with Celtic in the Eighties. So you get two great Celtic books by David Potter and better still the postage is only charged on one. Click on the image below to order. (Just order Celtic in the Eighties and we’ll automatically add a copy of the Alec McNair book).

Celtic in the Eighties by David Potter. Foreword by Danny McGrain. Published on Celtic Star Books on 5 September 2025. Click on image to pre-order.

Help raise funds for Celtic Youth Academy by playing the Celtic Pools Weekly Lottery and you could win up to £25,000. The lottery is £1 per week. Click on image to join.