Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch expressed strong admiration for James McClean, saying he would "definitely take him" at Brandywell Stadium next year. Lynch responded to ongoing speculation linking McClean to the club.
"He’s a Derry lad, and who wouldn’t love to have him playing for us?" Lynch emphasized.
The manager highlighted McClean’s connection to the city and suggested that having a hometown star would be a significant boost for the team and fans alike.
Summary: Tiernan Lynch warmly endorses James McClean as a player he would welcome at Derry City, underlining the value of local talent for the club’s future.