David McClelland (footballer) explained

David McClelland
Fullname:David McClelland
Birth Date:25 December 1941
Birth Place:Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Position:Right winger
Youthclubs1:Bishop Auckland
Years1:1967–1968
Clubs1:Port Vale
Caps1:4
Goals1:0
Clubs2:Wellington Town

David McClelland (born 25 December 1941) is an English former footballer who played for Bishop Auckland, Port Vale, and Wellington Town in the 1960s.

Career

McClelland played for Bishop Auckland before having a successful trial with Stanley Matthews' Fourth Division side Port Vale, which resulted in him signing a permanent deal with the club in August 1967.[1] With just two substitute and two full appearances at Vale Park during the 1967–68 season, he was given a free transfer in April 1968 to non-League Wellington Town.[1] In later life he took up residence in Sidmouth, Devon.

Career statistics

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Notes and References

  1. Book: Kent, Jeff. Port Vale Personalities. Witan Books. 190. 1996. 0-9529152-0-0.