MANSFIELD are running the rule over former Bradford City midfielder Kyle Nix.

The left-footed player, released by Bradford City, has come in for a trial at Field Mill and joined in today's first pre-season session.

Born in Sydney, Australia, 23-year-old Nix made 19 appearances for the Bantams last season, without hitting the target.

But he was more impressive in 2007-2008 when he made 44 appearances as a first-team regular, scoring eight goals.

Nix began his career as a trainee at Manchester United and has also been on the books of Aston Villa and Sheffield United.