Overview
- Wrexham and McClean have agreed terms to enable a permanent return to Derry City, with formal confirmation expected within 48 hours.
- The arrangement shortens a Wrexham contract reported to have about 18 months remaining.
- Sources describe the departure as amicable, with McClean said to be grateful to manager Phil Parkinson and the club’s owners for facilitating the move.
- McClean recently lost his place following a three-match suspension linked to an incident against Swansea City.
- He is expected to sign a multi-year deal at Derry City after earning 103 Ireland caps and spending 15 years in British football.