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MELLIS: TIMEFOR ACTION INSTEAD OF TALK

By Dan Barnes
LEAGUE TWO

HUNGRY: Jacob Mellis

JACOB Mellis is aiming to become a driving force behind Mansfield’s promotion push after forcing his way into Steve Evans’ starting XI.
The 26-year-old, who moved to Chelsea from Sheffield United for a £1m fee as a teenager, joined the Stags from Bury on a free transfer in the summer.
At the start of the season, the midfielder regularly appeared as a substitute, but Mellis has become a more regular starter in recent weeks – and he’d like to keep it that way.
“I respect whatever team the gaffer picks and I&r...

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