Controversial Wrexham star James McClean has special permission to break EFL rules for his own safety

JAMES McCLEAN has been given special permission to break EFL rules to avoid being abused by rival fans.

The Wrexham star, 35, is regularly targeted by opposition supporters when he goes off the pitch.

RexThe EFL are giving James McClean special dispensation to break football laws[/caption] ReutersThe Wrexham winger is regularly targetted by abuse and missiles by rival fans[/caption]

Football laws since 2019-20 state a player being substituted must leave the field by the nearest sideline ...