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Neil Mellor retires from football

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Preston North End striker Neil Mellor retires from professional football at the age of 29.

Preston North End striker Neil Mellor has been forced to retire from professional football due to a long-term battle with injury.

The 29-year-old has struggled with knee problems in recent months, leading to the decision that he would hang up his boots.

Mellor told reporters: "I have agreed to keep lines of communication open with Graham Westley just in case I come across a miracle cure, but realistically and regrettably, this is the end of my playing days."

Preston manager Graham Westley added: "The team's record without Neil this season says everything about the man and character that he is. I'm gutted that I didn't get the chance to work with him beyond his cameo against Bury.

"He has had a tough decision to make, but he has no real choice in the matter. Everybody here will wish him the very best."

Mellor began his professional career at Liverpool in 2002.

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