Two Dragons favourites who could be following McClean out of Racecourse this month

WREXHAM could face a hectic week on and off the field after confirming the departure of club captain James McClean.

- By LIAM RANDALL

Elliot Lee and Paul Mullin (inset) played big parts in Wrexham's promotion through the divisions

The Republic of Ireland international has been a key figure for the Red Dragons since joining in August 2023. However, it was announced on Saturday the 36-year-old would be leaving to sign for Derry City following the mutual termination of his contract.

A lack of game time and McClean’s desire to end his career with his home town club are understood to be the main reasons for the move.

News of his exit emerged in the wake of Wrexham’s 2-1 home defeat to relegation-threatened Norwich at the weekend, bringing an end to their four-game winning streak in the Championship.

Despite the loss, Wrexham are still tenth in the league standings, just three points shy of the playoffs ahead of Leicester's visit to the Racecourse Ground this evening.

Manager Phil Parkinson has some key decisions to make in the January transfer window, both in terms of incoming and outgoing business.