'I will decide when I retire' - McClean hits out at Derry City treatment
Derry City player James McClean hits out at his treatment by Derry City amid an ongoing contract dispute with the club.
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"For any club to feel it is OK to attempt to terminate a player's contract without any due process or just cause is incomprehensible, and it sets a dangerous precedent for every player in this league."
— James McClean , Athlete
"It's disappointing, not for me, you just get on and do your job."
— Mark Connolly , Athlete
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Derry City player James McClean hits out at his treatment by Derry City amid an ongoing contract dispute with the club.
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