Before joining the Clarets’ development structure in 2019, the 21-year-old began his career with Manchester United. However, he has had difficulty making an impact in the main squad.
Due to this, Mellon has played on loan at Morecambe, Dundee, and most recently, Stockport, where he signed a season commitment.
A fresh solution is anticipated this month, though, as Mellon’s time with County hasn’t exactly gone as planned. He has hardly played for the League One team as they attempt to earn back-to-back promotions.
Additionally, Bradford has joined Chesterfield and division leaders Walsall in monitoring the player, according to reporter Alan Nixon.
Clarets and the player, who will undoubtedly want assurances of playing in the first team after struggling to make an appearance for Dave Challinor’s club, may have to make a decision.
Even though he didn’t make the impact he would’ve wanted with Stockport, Mellon has shown his quality in League Two in the past.
He enjoyed a productive period with Morecambe in the 2023/24 season, where he scored 13 goals in 22 appearances during his second stint, so it makes sense that clubs in the fourth tier are looking to sign the youngster.
From the Bantams’ perspective, their positive recent run has pushed them up to eighth in the table, but the remarkably tight nature of the division means they are only four points away from second, so they will see automatic promotion as a real possibility.
However, there is a reliance on Andy Cook when it comes to goalscoring, with the experienced striker on 12 for the season, and no other player has managed more than three.
So, you can understand why they are seeking additional firepower, particularly as Cook is missing at the moment with a knee injury.
But, a deal won’t be straightforward, as Chesterfield are another club who have promotion ambitions, and Walsall obviously lead the way.
That would make the Saddlers the most appealing move on paper, but Mellon may struggle to get game time, although the situation could change if Stoke decide to recall the prolific Nathan Lowe.
Therefore, this is one to monitor in the coming days, but whoever does land Mellon will be making a shrewd signing, and it’s crucial for the striker that he finds the right club to get back playing and scoring goals.
