James McClean's Family Feel 'Relief' After Escaping England Poppy Row

James McClean 'relieved' to finally leave England as wife 'closes door' on poppy protest controversy

James McClean and his family have revealed they are "relieved" to have finally left England after the Irish winger spent 15 controversy-ridden years in the Football League. His wife, Erin, revealed that her 36-year-old husband has agreed to a move from Welsh club Wrexham to his hometown club, Derry City, meaning the family will leave their home in Cheshire.Since his arrival in England in 2011, McLean has been accused by fans of disrespecting vet…

James McClean's family feel 'relief' after escaping England poppy row

James McClean has returned to his hometown club Derry City after leaving Wrexham by mutual consent

James McClean’s wife says they will be “closing the door” on the abuse they endured in England

James McClean’s wife says they will be “closing the door” on the abuse they endured in England as they prepare to move home to Derry. Erin McClean said the actions of a small minority did affect the couple but ultimately made them more resilient and she looks back on their 15 years in England as an amazing time. James McClean has frequently been the target of social media abuse for refusing to wear a poppy during his playing career in England an…