Patrick McClean on wishing he never left Sligo Rovers, return from short-lived retirement and stepping on toes
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Defender Patrick McClean says he's always regretted leaving Sligo Rovers in 2019, as the Derry native returns to The Showgrounds for a second stint.
McClean joins the Bit O'Red on an 18-month deal after being placed on the transfer list by Glentoran.
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