Daniel 'Danny' Swanson (born 28 December, 1986 in Edinburgh) is a Scottish footballer who currently plays as an attacking midfielder for Dundee United.
Born with a heart defect, Swanson underwent a number of operations as a youngster, including a heart bypass at the age of thirteen. After overcoming his health problems, Swanson played for Hutchison Vale and Leith Athletic before joining Berwick Rangers, making his debut at the start of the 2005-0...
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Daniel 'Danny' Swanson (born 28 December, 1986 in Edinburgh) is a Scottish footballer who currently plays as an attacking midfielder for Dundee United.
Born with a heart defect, Swanson underwent a number of operations as a youngster, including a heart bypass at the age of thirteen. After overcoming his health problems, Swanson played for Hutchison Vale and Leith Athletic before joining Berwick Rangers, making his debut at the start of the 2005-06 season. Playing the majority of Scottish Third Division matches that season, a knee injury restricted him to just three league appearances the following season when Berwick were promoted to the Scottish Second Division, although he started the 2007-08 season injury-free. Swanson completed a move to the Scottish Premier League with Dundee United on 1 January 2008 after agreeing terms in October 2007, having previously turned down a move to Hamilton Academical. Making his debut the following day as a substitute in the 4-1 win over Hearts,...
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