'It tells my story' - Derry icon James McClean announces release of new memoir
Derry legend James McClean played for the Republic of Ireland and in the Premier League with the likes of Sunderland and West Brom
Derry legend James McClean has announced his memoir which charts his career both for the Republic of Ireland and in the Premier League.
The former Ireland international announced ‘The Walls’ which will tell his story, from his childhood to playing in the Premier League and representing his country.
McClean said: “It tells my story beginning in Derry, my childhood home, the ‘cheevies’ and riots and where my obsessions with football began.”
‘The Walls’ will also include McClean’s point of view on the controversies he was involved in whilst playing in EnglanFC
McClean famously was jeered across the English football leagues following his refusal to wear the red poppy for remembrance day.
McClean recently returned to his home of Derry to star for Derry City FC after 15 years in English football.
He was also rewarded for his impressive career with a mural tribute in Derry.
The book which was written by Daniel McDonnell is set to be published by Penguin, is available to pre-order now.
‘The Walls’ is set to release on October 22, 2026.