Derry City winger James McClean has played down reports linking him with a summer switch to Blackpool.
Derry winger reported to be a target for Blackpool
Derry City winger James McClean has played down reports linking him with a summer switch to Championship outfit Blackpool.
Tangerines boss Ian Holloway is understood to be keen on landing the 22-year-old as he looks to reshape his squad following relegation from the Premier League.
The former Northern Ireland Under-21 international admits he would be keen to have the opportunity to make the grade in England, but insists no official offers have been put to him.
"There have been quite a few rumours flying around over recent weeks regarding my future, but no one has said anything to me officially. Until that becomes the case, I want to concentrate on improving and playing well for Derry," McClean told the
Derry Journal.
Highest level
"Every player wants to improve and play at the highest level possible and I'm no different," he added.
"I feel I've been playing well this season in the Premier Division which was always going to be a test for me having come through the First Division the previous season.
"Obviously, I'm still learning and still trying to improve my game and should an offer come in for me from a good club, then I would certainly sit up, take advice on the matter and move on.
"I've heard stories about scouts watching me from West Ham, Reading and Burnley among others, but I've heard nothing. I've read my name associated with some of those clubs on the internet, but I've been told nothing and, as I've said, until I do, I will continue trying to improve with Derry City."
