Five ex-Irish League players impressing across the water this season

The Irish League continues to be well represented across the water.

A number of our homegrown stars have impressed this season, whether it be in the English and Scottish top flights or in the lower divisions.

It has been encouraging to watch the likes of Stuart Dallas and Shayne Lavery make their mark, the pair just two of many players doing the Irish Premiership proud.

We recently asked our readers to pick out any former Irish League players who have impressed the most this season.

The same names came up in many answers, and here they are...

The former Crusaders winger has been a shining light for Leeds in the Premier League this season. And while Marcelo Bielsa's side has failed to sparkle in 2021/22, Dallas has been a consistent performer. The versatile Dallas has featured in every single one of Leeds' 21 Premier League games this season. He has played in several positions for Bielsa including full-back, wing and centre midfield.

Another popular choice by our readers. The former Linfield striker has enjoyed a stellar debut season with Blackpool in the Championship. The Northern Ireland international has scored nine goals in 25 appearances this season, including 7 in 22 league games. Not bad for a player who missed a number of weeks through injury last October/November.

The former Cliftonville talisman is enjoying a brilliant season for Hearts in the Scottish Premiership. Boyce has bagged an impressive 14 goals in 23 appearances for the Jambos, including eight in the top flight. Boyce has been pivotal in helping Hearts climb into third spot in the Scottish Premiership.

Another player picked out by fans as having a solid season. Former Glenavon man Sykes has made 30 appearances across all competitions for Oxford this