Ross County midfielder Tim Chow hopes establishing himself in the Staggies’ side can help him earn international recognition with Chinese Taipei.
Chow joined County prior to last month’s transfer deadline, signing on a two-year deal after leaving hometown club Wigan Athletic.
Although born and raised in England, Chow qualifies to play for Chinese Taipei through his Shanghai-born grandfather, who lived in Taiwan prior to moving to the United Kingdom.
The 22-year-old is keen to force his way into the international set-up but is primarily focused on making an impact with Jim McIntyre’s County side.
Chow said: “The Chinese Taipei situation is ongoing and there’s a strong possibility that will go through. I’m in discussions with them.
“My biggest goal, though, is to get in the Ross County team and stay in. I’m at the age where that’s the only thing that’s going to improve my game.
“The lads at Wigan did really well last year and I couldn’t really get in the team.
“I was making substitute appearances, playing in different positions just to get minutes.
“Getting a sustained run in the team is really what I want.”
Chow had been with Wigan since the age of 10, making his debut in a 2-0 defeat by Millwall in April 2015.
Opportunities proved to be limited for Chow, however, having made just 19 appearances for the newly-promoted Championship club prior to his departure last month.
Although leaving the Latics came with a heavy heart, Chow felt the move was necessary for his career to progress.
He added: “It’s a great opportunity. I’ve been at Wigan for a long time and it was time to kick on and forge a career elsewhere.
“It was a big move but as soon as I heard about it, I was desperate to get it done.
“I’ve been there so long and had so many good memories, but it’s the right opportunity at the right time and I couldn’t miss it.
“It’s completely different here. I got very comfortable at Wigan in my surroundings, 25 minutes from home, my friends and family.
“To come all the way here was a big move but it shows how important this is for my career.”