Overview
- The winger’s contract, reported to run until summer 2027, was ended early to enable an immediate return to the League of Ireland.
- McClean signed a multi-year agreement at Derry City and will link up with his younger brother Patrick at the Brandywell.
- Wrexham owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, CEO Mike Williamson, and manager Phil Parkinson publicly supported the move as right for the player and his family.
- He recently admitted an FA violent conduct charge and served a three-match ban, after which his minutes decreased, providing context for the timing of the switch.
- A two-time promotion winner and club captain at Wrexham with 100+ appearances and 103 Ireland caps, McClean says he intends to end his career at Derry and push for a league title.