Danny Graham started his career with Chester-le-Street and he was snapped up by Middlesborough in 2003 as a 17-year-old. He scored 21 goals in just 19 games for the 'Boro under 19s in 03-04 and he was loaned out to Darlington later that year. He made his debut against Man Utd for 'Boro in 2004 and scored his first goal against Charlton in February 2005. Derby signed Graham on loan and it has been extended until february 2006.