As a player he was a left back who played in the Premier League for Chelsea, Leeds United, Manchester City and Crystal Palace.

Granville began his career with Cambridge United, playing 99 games and attracting a number of top clubs.

He opted to return to City to help the club retain their Premier League status.

Danny was an integral part of the play-off-winning team of 2003–04, scoring three goals and recording many assists.

His stay lasted less than a year as, after only 15 first team appearances and one goal (against Bradford in the FA Cup[2]) he was released by Orient manager Geraint Williams on 4 May 2009.