Done deal
McClean leaves Derry City after contract dispute
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McClean and Derry City have mutually terminated his contract with immediate effect following a dispute.
James McClean has left Derry City after the club and player agreed to terminate his contract with immediate effect. The departure comes amid a contract dispute between the two parties. McClean said Derry City "will always hold a special place in my heart" in a statement following the mutual agreement.
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UK timesReported2 reports from 2 outlets. First reported by BBC Sport, Wed 13:25.
- BBC Sport
- talkSPORT
- James McClean becomes free agent as contract ripped up to end ugly long-running disputetalkSPORT
- McClean leaves Derry City after contract disputeBBC SportThis article
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