Andy Farrell could look to new blood after Jordan Larmour joins injury list

Leinster’s Hugo Keenan and Munster’s Shane Daly are now primed to press their claims for a Test debut against Italy in the Six Nations

Jordan Larmour, left, and Hugo Keenan during Leinster Rugby squad training at UCD last month. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Jordan Larmour’s imminent shoulder surgery could be set to accelerate Andy Farrell’s plans to introduce new blood to Ireland’s Test selection pool.

There were always going to be opportunities for newcomers to make an impression during next month’s Autumn Nations Cup campaign against Wales, England, and Georgia ahead of a final-round play-off against one of France, Scotland, Italy, and Fiji.