Burnley target Jacob Mellis

Championship club Burnley are reportedly keen on signing former Chelsea midfielder Jacob Mellis.

The 21-year-old was sacked by the Blues yesterday afternoon, having admitted to setting off a smoke grenade at the club's training ground earlier this month.

Mellis recently had a loan spell at Burnley's league rivals Barnsley, where he impressed during a six-month stint.

Now, Burnley are keen to capture the services of Mellis, who will not command a transfer fee, according to Sky Sports News.

Brighton & Hove Albion and Bristol City are also understood to be monitoring the situation.