Patrick Joseph McLaughlin (born 14 January 1991) is a Northern Irish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for National League club York City.

Born in Larne, County Antrim, McLaughlin began his career at Newcastle United in July 2007.

[8] McLaughlin started in the York team that beat Newport County 2–0 at Wembley Stadium in the 2012 FA Trophy Final.

[19] McLaughlin signed for Gateshead's National League rivals Hartlepool United on 26 June 2018 on a contract of undisclosed length.

[20] He rejoined York City on 23 January 2019 on loan until the end of the 2018–19 season, with the club now in the National League North.