One thing has to be left to Andreas Bornemann in any case: In search of reinforcements for FC St. Pauli, the sports director is going on paths that really not everyone would follow. As is now the case with the latest highlight. The Kiezklub has signed Jackson Irvine, the first Australian in the club’s history, and the 36-time national player comes to Millerntor free of charge.
The 28-year-old was most recently under contract with the Scottish first division club Hibernians FC, where he made three assists and one goal in 21 appearances in the last series. “We are happy that we were able to convince Jackson Irvine of our work,” said Bornemann. “He is in the best football age, an absolute mentality player with a high willingness to run and has already gained international experience in his career.” And exactly where the brown-whites still have vacancies in the squad, namely in the midfield.
Irvine brings physique and experience to St. Pauli
Timo Schultz was correspondingly pleased. “With Jackson Irvine we gain more flexibility in our midfield diamond because he can play both the offensive and defensive parts,” said the coach. With his height of 1.89 m he also brings “a certain physique and robust style of play that will bring us more stability”. In addition, his experience will benefit the younger players.
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Irvine has already played for Hull City, Roos County, Burton Albion, Kilmarnock FC and once for Celtic Glasgow, and now he’s looking forward to Hamburg. “I am very happy to be here,” he is quoted as saying. “The club and its values are a perfect match for me. I also like the way football is played at FC St. Pauli. “
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