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James McClean Leaves Wrexham by Mutual Consent to Rejoin Derry City on Multi-Year Deal

Wrexham's backing for a return home cleared the way for a contract he says will see him finish his career.

Overview

  • Wrexham confirmed their captain's departure by mutual consent, ending a contract that had been set to run until 2027.
  • Derry City announced a multi-year agreement, and McClean said this will be the last club of his career.
  • Manager Phil Parkinson and CEO Mike Williamson said the club, supported by owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, facilitated the move.
  • McClean recently served a three-match FA ban for violent conduct and was left out of the Norwich City squad as the transfer was finalized.
  • He reunites with his younger brother Patrick at the Brandywell and returns with 103 Ireland caps and nearly 600 club appearances.