Derry City FC has announced the signing of 36-year-old former Republic of Ireland international James McClean on a multi-year deal, ending his time at Wrexham. The versatile midfielder played for the Candystripes from 2008 to 2011, winning the First Division title with the club in 2010.
McClean's impressive career has seen him play for Premier League sides Sunderland and West Brom, as well as two stints at Wigan Athletic, where he won the FA Cup in 2013. He also had successful spells at Stoke City, although details of his time there are not available in this text.
The journey back to Derry is an interesting one for McClean, who initially left his hometown club for Sunderland in 2011. After playing in England for 15 years, he's set on returning home and winning a league title with the Candystripes. The last time Derry City won the Premier Division was in 1997.
This signing is significant, given McClean's history with the club. He scored eight goals in 33 games as they returned to the top-flight back in 2010. With his experience and skillset, he could be key to helping Derry City achieve their goal of winning a league title.
McClean has stated that he wants to help the team get to their first Premier Division title since 1997. He's also keen on bringing some of the glamour from his time in England back to Brandywell Stadium.
While at Wrexham, McClean was named captain and made 108 appearances for the club, including 19 this season. Despite being 36, he still has a lot to offer, according to himself. He's confident that he can bring success back to Derry City and hopes to finish his career on a high note.
Overall, this signing is an exciting one for Derry City fans, who are now eager to see what McClean can achieve with the club.
McClean's impressive career has seen him play for Premier League sides Sunderland and West Brom, as well as two stints at Wigan Athletic, where he won the FA Cup in 2013. He also had successful spells at Stoke City, although details of his time there are not available in this text.
The journey back to Derry is an interesting one for McClean, who initially left his hometown club for Sunderland in 2011. After playing in England for 15 years, he's set on returning home and winning a league title with the Candystripes. The last time Derry City won the Premier Division was in 1997.
This signing is significant, given McClean's history with the club. He scored eight goals in 33 games as they returned to the top-flight back in 2010. With his experience and skillset, he could be key to helping Derry City achieve their goal of winning a league title.
McClean has stated that he wants to help the team get to their first Premier Division title since 1997. He's also keen on bringing some of the glamour from his time in England back to Brandywell Stadium.
While at Wrexham, McClean was named captain and made 108 appearances for the club, including 19 this season. Despite being 36, he still has a lot to offer, according to himself. He's confident that he can bring success back to Derry City and hopes to finish his career on a high note.
Overall, this signing is an exciting one for Derry City fans, who are now eager to see what McClean can achieve with the club.
I'm loving this move from Wrexham to Derry City, it's gonna be awesome to see James McClean back in Brandywell Stadium. He's been around the block a few times, played with some big teams, but now he gets to lead his hometown club to that elusive Premier Division title 
. I'm all about giving him the chance to make a difference and bring some silverware to the North West of Ireland. With his experience and passion, he's got this! 
. As someone who's been following Derry City FC for years, it's amazing to see the Candystripes having such a big-name signing like him. He's got loads of experience under his belt, having played in the Premier League and won some major trophies too 
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So great to hear that Derry City FC has finally managed to lure James McClean back to Brandywell Stadium after all these years... I mean, it's about time someone of his caliber joined the team. At 36, he's still young and spry (yeah right 
), but hey, who needs youth when you've got experience? I'm sure he'll bring that certain "je ne sais quoi" to the table, or as we like to call it in Northern Ireland, a good luck charm 
. Can't wait to see what all the fuss is about... I'll just have to update my fantasy football team 
. 36 is no joke, but james seems like the kind of player who can still make a difference at that age 
. wining a league title would be amazing for derry city and their fans, they've been waiting that long 
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I mean, he's been all over England but it's clear he still loves his hometown and wants to win a league title here 
️. It'll be interesting to see how he settles back into life in Derry after being away for so long 
. And who knows, maybe he can even inspire the next gen of Candystripes players 
. I'm looking forward to seeing what kind of impact he'll have on the team this season 
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And what's with the whole "bringing some glamour back to Brandywell Stadium" thing? I don't think that's really gonna happen... 
Still, I guess it'll be interesting to see how he does on the pitch and if he can help Derry City win a league title for the first time in ages. 
. This signing is gonna bring some serious excitement to the Premier Division and I'm hyped to see what McClean can do with his experience and skillset 
. Bringing some English glamour back to Brandywell Stadium sounds like a win-win for everyone involved 
. Can't wait to see Derry City take on all comers and hopefully bring that elusive league title home 
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, an now we gotta see him bring home dat league title 
, let's get behind da team an bring home dat title 
I think it's awesome that James McClean is coming back to play for Derry City FC after spending 15 years in England. He's got a lot of experience and skills to bring back to Brandywell Stadium, and he seems really motivated to help the team win their first Premier Division title since '97. 
Still, he's got the skills and leadership qualities that could make all the difference. It'll be interesting to see how he adapts to the pace of the Premier Division again 
. On one hand, it's great that he's coming back to Derry City FC where his journey started... on the other, is this a case of him trying to recapture some lost glory? 
they just signed James McClean and it's gonna be HUGE for them! 
he's got a ton of experience playing in the Premier League and winning cups, so i'm sure he'll bring some serious swagger to Brandywell Stadium 
i'm def gonna be watching them play closely now, i've got my fingers crossed they can do it! 
but i think its awesome dat hes joining derry city fc! mcclean's a legend in every sense 
, & im sure his exp will be super beneficial 4 the team 
. i'm hyped fo derry city fc! 
️ I'm loving this move! James McClean's experience and skillset are exactly what Derry City FC needs to win that Premier Division title they've been chasing for ages 
36 and still bringing it, that's what i love about him 
the fact that he's returning to derry city is like full circle for him, and i'm sure he'll bring so much energy and experience to the team 
fingers crossed they can make it happen and get some glamour back to brandywell stadium 
. can you imagine the energy at matches with mcclean leading the charge?