James McClean reports for Derry City training amid exit talk

James McClean and Derry City are at breaking point

The 37-year-old former Republic of Ireland international turned up at the Brandywell as speculation over his future intensified.

Footage posted by Derry Journal writer Simon Collins showed McClean arriving for the session.

The reports of a split were first given credence on Monday evening by The42's David Sneyd, who reported that McClean and the Candystripes were set to part ways.

The Derryman has been outspoken about the situation at the club for some time, and his short second spell has been a media circus since his return earlier this year.

On debut in the President's Cup, McClean cupped his ears to Shamrock Rovers fans after setting up the winner, before declining to speak to reporters.

A public feud with Roddy Collins followed. McClean has not commented on this week's speculation on social media, Balls.ie noted, a marked change for a player rarely shy online.

Neither McClean nor Derry City had confirmed a departure as he reported for training, leaving one of the League of Ireland's most eventful homecomings in limbo.