Paul McLean (footballer, born 1990)

Paul McLean (born 2 February 1990) is a Scottish professional footballer who plays as a defender for Cowdenbeath. McLean previously played with Brechin City, where he spent 10 years and also captained the side and was at Stirling Albion.

Career
McLean started his career as a youth player with Norwich City F.C. Under-23s and Academy, after a successful trial in 2005 saw him being offered a contract for the 2006–07 season. He spent two years in England, before subsequently moving back to Scotland with Falkirk in 2007. His first contract as a senior footballer came when, at the age of 19, he was signed by Jim Duffy for Brechin City on a two-year deal.

After 10 years at Brechin, McLean left the club in May 2019 and signed for Stirling Albion.

But in May 2024 he joined Cowdenbeath as a player-coach after four seasons with the binos'.

Personal life
Outside of football, McLean works in medical research at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary.