Derry City's James McClean has indicated that not all is well for him at the club, following his return to his hometown team this year. McClean left English Championship club Wrexham to make a sensational return to Derry on a multi-year deal, 15 years after he first left the club. The former Ireland international made 79 appearances for Derry from 2008 to 2011 before moving to England, where he played for a host of Premier League clubs. McClean came off the bench for the final three minutes of Derry's 4-1 win against Bohemians on Friday night – the Candystripes' first win in eight games. However, he has made just one start and two substitute appearances since revealing last month that his career was in jeopardy due to a chronic hip injury. He added that the injury had been made considerably worse by playing on City's artificial surface, which has since been replaced, and Derry have been playing at Celtic Park while the new Brandywell surface beds in. 'Fitness generally is fine,' McClean told RTÉ's Tony O'Donoghue. 'Obviously it's not ideal, but it's in a lot better place than it was a couple of months ago.' McClean's frustration with the club is evident, and it remains to be seen how he will adapt to the new surface and the demands of the League of Ireland Premier. The club's fans will be hoping that he can regain his fitness and form, and help the team to climb the table. And with the new Brandywell surface set to be ready soon, McClean will have the opportunity to play on a more suitable pitch. But for now, he remains cautious, and the club's supporters will be watching his progress with interest. So, the question on everyone's mind is, can McClean overcome his injury woes and help Derry City to success? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain, the club's fans will be backing him every step of the way. McClean's experience and skill will be crucial in the coming weeks, and he will be looking to make a significant impact on the team's performances.