Presenter thinks he has what it takes to present his own programme as Radio 1 undergoes shake-up

Brendan Courtney often fills in for Ray D'Arcy and Oliver Callan on RTÉ radio. Photo: Steve Humphreys

Brendan Courtney often fills in for Ray D’Arcy and Oliver Callan on RTÉ radio. Photo: Steve Humphreys

Brendan Courtney has thrown his hat into the ring amid the schedule shake-up at RTÉ Radio 1.

The TV presenter and broadcaster (54) has already expressed an interest to director of audio Patricia Monahan as he looks towards new challenges.