John Fallon: Everyone culpable for Derry City's struggles, including James McClean and manager

McClean’s most recent of 17 league outings came against Drogheda in June and it’s unravelled into a heated summer for the veteran and his manager.

Derry City's James McClean with Chairman Philip O’Doherty and Manager Tiernan Lynch. Picture: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile.

Something’s got to give in the rift between James McClean and his manager Tiernan Lynch that is entertaining the masses beyond the walls of Derry.

Moreover, the impasse presents billionaire owner Philip O’Doherty with a dilemma he must confront sooner rather than the later as the illusion of harmony has long been shattered.