Irvine has found a home at the KCOM Stadium and says he appreciates the support he has received from Tigers fans.

"My relationship with the fans has been strong from the moment I arrived here and that’s a great feeling," the 26-year-old said.

"I’ve been lucky enough to experience that everywhere I’ve been in my career – starting in Scotland at Ross County, then with Burton Albion and now here. Wherever I’ve been in my career, the fans have always been great with me.

"They were patient in the beginning and I can’t stress how much I appreciate the backing they’ve given me. They’ve been really supportive and I’m so thankful for that.

"I have a great relationship with them and I think it’s fair to say I’m a little bit of a cult figure with them with the songs, chants and everything that goes along with it. I can’t praise the fans enough though.

"They’ve been absolutely outstanding with me and nothing but supportive since I first arrived here. They’ve made me feel so welcome and so comfortable.

"Sometimes the fans maybe underestimate just how important that can be for a player – for your confidence and the way you feel when you step out onto the pitch. I think they really respond to the way I approach games.

"I’m the type of player that will give everything for the cause. I wear my heart on my sleeve and show desire, commitment and a real work ethic to help the team. I’d like to think I bring energy to the team and I think the supporters can see that whenever I play.

“To know that the fans have got your back is a great feeling and I couldn’t be happier with the relationship I have with the fans here. There’s always times in football where you get a bit of criticism – that’s the nature of the game.

"But, when the fans are onside and get behind you, it’s a great feeling. The support they give you drives you forward and gives you an extra ten per cent from somewhere."