James McClean's dream return to hometown club turns into a nightmare: Derry City attempt to rip up poppy-protest footballer's contract - with defiant star, 37, set for training ground showdown

James McClean, 37, is facing a contract termination dispute with Derry City, the Irish club he returned to as a homecoming signing. The club has informed McClean of their intention to rip up his contract, setting up a confrontation at the training ground. McClean, well known for his poppy-protest stance, is described as defiant amid the standoff.