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: 8 games, 3 goals.
Status: First-choice midfield.
Average Shuttle rating: 7.4
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