Derry City lead the chase for Darragh Markey, James Clarke arousing interest from Dundee

DERRY BOUND?: Darragh Markey in action for Drogheda United. Pic: Ben McShane/Sportsfile.

Derry City are in pole position to recruit Drogheda United midfielder Darragh Markey if he embarks on a fresh challenge.

Markey produced a masterclass this time last year to helps Drogs lift the FAI Cup and the runners-up that day are looking to prise him to the north-west now that his contract is expiring.