Sam McClelland was born on the 4th of January 2002 in Northern Ireland. Standing at a commendable 6ft 3in (1.91m) and weighing in at 12st 6lb (79kg), McClelland's forte lies in his role as a central defender. McClelland can currently be seen donning the number 18 jersey for St Johnstone. His footballing exploits on the field are backed up by a current market value of around £150k, as indicated by Transfermarkt.
Looking back on his footballing journey, McClelland began his professional career at the tender age of 16 in 2018, joining Chelsea as a trainee. This chapter of life saw him hone his skills and flourish in one of the biggest clubs in England.
Following a four-year tenure at Chelsea, McClelland tasted a change of scene with a loan move to Barrow in the League Two in England in 2022. During his debut season at Barrow, McClelland made 18 first team appearances and even managed to score a goal, showcasing promising capabilities.
McClelland's journey in football next took him north of the border to Scotland, where in August 2023 he was transferred from Chelsea to St Johnstone in the Scottish Premiership. His contributions, albeit being only seven first team appearances, reflected his growing adaptation to the Scottish style of play. McClelland’s voyage continued as he was loaned to Dundee United in the Scottish Premiership in February 2024, making six first team appearances.
McClelland returned to St Johnstone upon loan completion in June 2024, where his current contract is due to expire at the end of May 2025. As of now, in the 2024/2025 season, he has made one first team appearance for St Johnstone. Additionally, he has also participated in the League Cup for St Johnstone, making four starts. McClelland's journey thus far paints a portrait of a young, promising defender showcasing his potential in the Scottish Premiership.
