How it all started
After leaving Celtic as a youngster, McGowan spent three successful seasons at St Mirren, winning the League Cup in 2013.
He was released by the Buddies in 2014, however, and was left pondering his next move.
That was until former Parkhead team-mate Paul Hartley called, backed up by another who had just signed for his hometown club.
Dundee manager Paul Hartley (2nd left) unveils new signings (L/R) Greg Stewart, Paul McGinn and Paul McGowan in 2014.
“I was a young kid at Celtic when Paul Hartley was there,” he said.
“When I left St Mirren I didn’t know what I was going to do and Paul got in touch.
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