Marty Clarke targeting 2016 return to Down as treatment for disease takes effect

Former All Star Marty Clarke is targeting his Down return in 2016 with a tunnel vision despite struggling to climb his own stairs just months ago.

The 2010 championship revelation completed a second stint in Australian Rules football last year before returning home though a diagnosis of Addison’s disease in July complicated matters.

The talented 27-year old refused to blame his AFL difficulties on the condition but revealed other clubs who were interested in him pulled back after witnessing his lethargic displays.