Who is James McClean, Wrexham’s star signing in season 3?
Season three of ‘Welcome to Wrexham’ will premiere on Thursday, May 2. One of the club’s star signings for the season is Irish footballer James McClean.
Season three of award-winning sports documentary series “Welcome to Wrexham” will premiere on Thursday, May 2. The program follows the story of Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney as they become the new owners of Wrexham Association Football Club (AFC), a football team based in Wrexham, Wales.
The series provides an inside look at the journey of Reynolds and McElhenney as they venture into the world of football club ownership, their interactions with the local community, and their efforts to revitalize the club, which is the third-oldest professional association football team in the world.
The decision by the actors to buy Wrexham AFC garnered significant attention due to their celebrity status and the unconventional nature of their investment in a lower-league football club.
“Welcome to Wrexham” offers viewers a behind-the-scenes view of the challenges and triumphs of this ownership endeavor, including the players they acquire to strengthen the club.
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Who is James McClean, Wrexham’s star signing in season 3?
James McClean was the highest-profile signing of the season- a player who hails from Northern Ireland. Born in 1989, in Derry, Northern Ireland, McClean primarily plays as a midfielder and has represented both club and country at various levels.
In his club career, McClean has played for several teams, including Sunderland, Wigan Athletic, and West Bromwich Albion, among others.
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The 35-year-old has been known for his energetic playing style and ability to contribute both defensively and offensively from the midfield position.
Internationally, McClean has represented the Republic of Ireland national team, despite being born in Northern Ireland. He has been a regular member of the national team and has participated in major tournaments such as the UEFA European Championship and FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
According to Salary Sport, McClean is currently the second highest paid player in Wrexham with a yearly salary of a little less than $400,000.