Daniel McKay is a

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professional

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, playing as a striker.

Career

McKay started his career at

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and was named the first Clydesdale Bank under-19 League "Rising Star" of the 2009–10

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season. In December 2009, McKay had a one-month loan spell at

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but made no appearances due to the inclement weather in Scotland. McKay spent the first half of the 2010–11 season on loan at Ayr United, after a prior successful spell the previous season. After his loan deal expired he was then sent on loan to

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for the remainder of the season. In January 2012, he was released by

and subsequently signed for Albion Rovers. McKay joined Junior side

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in September 2012 before moving on to Beith Juniors in March the following year. He signed for Neilston Juniors in January 2015. After a brief spell at Irvine Meadow, McKay signed for

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on 11 January 2018.

Personal life

He is the brother of fellow footballer Barrie McKay.

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