Troy Parrott: Ex-Tottenham striker carries Republic of Ireland expectations as West Ham watch closely
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Credit: Imago Thu 26 March 2026 14:30, UK Troy Parrott will be under the close watch of several Premier League clubs as the Republic of Ireland face Czechia on Thursday, including West Ham United.Should they emerge victorious in Prague, Heimir Hallgrimsson’s team will face Denmark or North Macedonia on Tuesday in a straight shoot-out to go to the World Cup this summer.Parrott has become Ireland’s hero over the past four months, scoring five goals in two games to send them to the play-offs in November. His hat-trick against Hungary, which he completed in the 96th minute to secure a 3-2 win, sent the nation into raptures.West Ham transfer chiefs are reportedly looking to land Parrott this summer, but they face competition from throughout the Premier League. 🔄West Ham United Transfer Update🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the West Ham United boardroom.
VISIT THE WEST HAM TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Why Troy Parrott is attracting Premier League interestWest Ham are the favourites to sign Parrott but they are joined by several other sides, with the competition for his signature expected to be fierce.The striker has established himself among the most exciting young strikers in Europe over the last two years, having left Tottenham for AZ Alkmaar in 2024 in a deal reportedly worth just £6.7million.Troy ParrottEredivisie 2025-26Appearances23Goals14Assists3Chances created21Successful dribbles11Duels won93The 24-year-old had spent year after year on loan in his years since breaking through at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, only ever making four appearances for the senior team. But it was Parrott’s 2023 loan to Excelsior, in which he scored 17 goals in just 32 appearances, which saw him receive interest elsewhere in the Netherlands.Since moving to AZ, the Dublin-born talent has scored 48 goals in just 88 games, with the Premier League now sitting up and taking notice.This season has been the most prolific of Parrott’s career so far, with him scoring 28 goals and providing eight assists in just 41 appearances across all competitions.But his most crucial test will come on Thursday, when Ireland attempt to keep their World Cup dreams alive in Prague.Parrott must handle weight of expectationIt has been a quick rise for Parrott with Ireland.
Less than two years ago, he sat on the bench in the Nations League as Adam Idah represented Hallgrimsson’s number nine. Fast forward to today, and the 24-year-old carries his nation’s hopes of a first World Cup appearance since 2002.West Ham will be watching to see how the former Tottenham youngster handles that type of pressure, with their summer intentions perhaps to be defined by his response.Should Parrott take on the burden and stand up, he could be just the man to lead a new dawn at the London Stadium. ⚒️ Don’t Miss a Beat: Your West Ham Insider Access Get the full story from the London Stadium and Rush Green with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from East London.