Signed on loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers, the creative Dublin-born playmaker has made a good impression and extended his deal for a second month.

Restricted to reserve appearances at the Division One club, his manager Dave Jones wanted Melligan to gain first-team experience.

He played eight league games for Bournemouth when they were relegated from Division Two last season.

League appearances: Bournemouth (2001/02) 8.

This season: 6 games, 2 goals.

Status: First-choice midfield.

Average Shuttle rating: 7.4