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Daniel John Mayor (born 18 October 1990) is an English professional footballer who plays as a winger for National League North club AFC Fylde.

Key Information

He has played in the English Football League for Tranmere Rovers, Preston North End, Sheffield Wednesday, Southend United, Bury, Plymouth Argyle, and Fleetwood Town.

Early life

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Mayor was born in Leyland, Lancashire.[5]

Career

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Preston North End

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According to then manager Gary Peters, he revealed that Mayor joined Preston North End at age nine for £40 after his parents enrolled him to do the club's Centre of Excellence and was given "free bottle of milk and a season ticket for coming to the school".[6] He went on to come through Preston's youth ranks.[7] On 15 December 2008 he was given his first professional two-and-a-half-year contract[citation needed] with fellow youngster, Adam Barton.[8]

On 5 March 2009, he joined Tranmere Rovers on a one-month loan deal.[9] Tranmere manager Ronnie Moore was reported to say: "He is a hard working winger with the ability to go past people and has a trick up his sleeve." Two days later, on 7 March 2009, he was handed his League One debut against Northampton Town, where he set up a goal for Bas Savage.[10] After the match, Manager Moore praised Mayor performance, citing he "direct, took people on and played a great ball in for the goal."[11] After making three appearances, Mayor returned to Preston, where manager Alan Irvine believed that the loan move to Tranmere Rovers made him "grow up", due to giving him "more confidence".[12]

Mayor made his debut for Preston North End on 16 January 2010 against Bristol City.[7] He came on as a substitute in the 70th minute for Richard Chaplow. Preston lost the match 4–2.[13] It was Darren Ferguson's debut as Preston manager. Due to Ferguson started to use youngsters in the first team,[14] He was handed his full home debut in a game against Scunthorpe United on 10 April 2010, a game which Preston won 3–2.[15] At the start of 2010–11 season, Mayor signed a two-year contract that will keep him until 2013.[16]

After making 21 league appearances in the 2010–11 season, which resulted the relegation to League One, Mayor scored his first League goal for Preston against his old club Tranmere Rovers on 26 September 2011.[17] His next goal came against Hartlepool United, which went on to win the goal of the season for the club's 2011–12 season and also went on to be awarded the Young Player of the Year.[18] The 2011–12 season proved to be a breakthrough for Mayor, as he made a very impressive displays and become the fan favourite.[19]

Mayor allegedly told manager Graham Westley before the 2012/13 season that he would like to play at a higher level, with teammate Jamie Proctor making the same statement, despite the pair both being contracted to the club and part of the manager's plans.[20] As a result of wanting to leave, Preston chairman Peter Ridsdale was unsure towards the Mayor and Proctor.[21]

Sheffield Wednesday

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After being unsettled at the club, Mayor was linked with a move to Blackpool, before a bid for Mayor from Championship side Sheffield Wednesday was accepted, with Manager Dave Jones stating that he "would be a good addition".[22][23] One day later, Mayor joined the club for an undisclosed fee on a three-year contract.[24]

Mayor made his debut on 1 September 2012 for the club, coming on as a substitute in the 84th minute, in a 2–1 loss against Crystal Palace.[25] He soon have his first team opportunities become limited since joining the club.[26]

He joined Southend United on an initial 28-day loan deal on Tuesday 12 February 2013, going straight into the first team to play against Cheltenham Town that night.[27][28] The move occurred when the club needed a replacement for Michael Timlin, who was ruled out for the entire season.[29] After making five appearances, Mayor's loan spell with Southend United came to an end.[30]

Bury

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Ahead of the 2013–14 season, Mayor joined Bury on a season-long loan, which kept him until the end of the 2013–14 season.[31] He made his debut, coming on as a substitute, in a 2–0 loss against Chesterfield in the opening game of the season. Four weeks later, on 31 August 2013, Mayor scored his first goal from a 30-yard strike, in a 4–1 win over Cheltenham Town before setting up the fourth goal.[32] Since scoring his first goal, Mayor began establishing himself as a first team regular. Mayor struggled to score further goals until scoring his second goal of the season, in a 3–0 win over Hartlepool United on 1 January 2014.[33] He went on to make 42 appearances in all competitions, scoring five times.

At the end of the next season, Bury named Mayor as the Players' Player of the Season as part of End of Season Awards Dinner at the Village Hotel.[34] It was also confirmed an Undisclosed Fee had been agreed with Sheffield Wednesday for his services, Mayor signed a three-year deal with Bury after the move was announced by the club's chairman, Stewart Day, who surprised fans at the End of Season Awards Dinner.[35] Commenting on the move, Manager David Flitcroft said he believed Mayor had the experience of playing "with Championship quality".[36]

Mayor's first game after signing for the club on a permanent basis came in the opening game of the season, a 1–0 loss against Cheltenham Town.[37] Mayor's next goal came three weeks later, in a 2–1 win over Accrington Stanley.[38] Mayor later scored two goals in two games to add his third and fourth goal between 11 October 2014 and 18 October 2014 against Wimbledon[39] and Portsmouth[40] Mayor did the same thing again when he scored later scored two goals in two games to add his fifth and sixth goal between 26 December 2014 and 28 December 2014 against Northampton Town[41] and Mansfield Town.[42] Mayor finished the season with eight league goals (eight overall), for which he was awarded as League Two Player of the Year[43] and was also included in League Two's PFA Team of the Year.[44]

Plymouth Argyle

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Mayor signed for newly relegated League Two club Plymouth Argyle on 1 July 2019 on a contract of undisclosed length.[45] Mayor recorded an assist on his debut against Crewe as Argyle won their first game of the 2019–20 season.[46]

Following Plymouth's title-winning League One system, Mayor was released at the end of the 2022–23 season.[47]

Fleetwood Town

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On 26 June 2023, Mayor signed for Fleetwood Town on a two-year contract.[48]

He departed the club at the end of the 2024–25 season following the expiry of his contract.[49]

AFC Fylde

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On 8 August 2025, Mayor joined National League North club AFC Fylde.[50] He made his debut the following day, scoring his side's third goal from the bench to complete a 3–2 opening day comeback victory over Oxford City.[51]

Career statistics

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As of end of 2024–25 season
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League FA Cup League Cup Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Preston North End 2008–09[52] Championship 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2009–10[53] Championship 7 0 1 0 0 0 — 8 0
2010–11[54] Championship 21 0 1 0 3 0 — 25 0
2011–12[55] League One 36 2 2 0 3 1 3[a] 0 44 3
Total 64 2 4 0 6 1 3 0 77 3
Tranmere Rovers (loan) 2008–09[52] League One 3 0 — — — 3 0
Sheffield Wednesday 2012–13[56] Championship 8 0 1 0 0 0 — 9 0
Southend United (loan) 2012–13[56] League Two 5 0 — — 0 0 5 0
Bury (loan) 2013–14[57] League Two 39 5 2 0 1 0 0 0 42 5
Bury 2014–15[58] League Two 44 8 3 0 1 0 2[a] 0 50 8
2015–16[59] League One 44 5 5 1 2 1 2[a] 0 53 7
2016–17[60] League One 21 3 1 0 1 0 2[b] 0 25 3
2017–18[61] League One 20 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 21 1
2018–19[62] League Two 39 8 2 1 0 0 3[b] 3 44 12
Total 207 30 14 2 5 1 9 3 235 36
Plymouth Argyle 2019–20[63] League Two 34 1 3 0 2 0 0 0 39 1
2020–21[64] League One 44 1 3 0 2 1 0 0 49 2
2021–22[65] League One 33 3 5 0 1 0 2[b] 0 41 3
2022–23[66] League One 29 1 0 0 1 0 4[b] 0 34 1
Total 140 6 11 0 6 1 6 0 163 7
Fleetwood Town 2023–24[67] League One 33 0 2 0 1 0 3[b] 0 39 0
2024–25[68] League Two 39 2 1 0 3 0 0 0 43 2
Total 72 2 3 0 4 0 3 0 82 2
Career total 499 40 33 2 21 3 21 3 574 48
  1. ^ a b c Appearances in Football League Trophy
  2. ^ a b c d e Appearances in EFL Trophy

Honours

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Bury

Plymouth Argyle

Individual

References

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Daniel John Mayor (born 18 October 1990) is an English professional footballer who plays as a central for club . Standing at 1.83 metres (6 ft 0 in) tall and right-footed, Mayor began his career in the youth academy of Preston North End, making his senior debut for the club in January 2010 and earning the Young Player of the Year award in the 2011–12 season. After a brief loan spell at Tranmere Rovers in 2009, he transferred to Sheffield Wednesday in 2012, where he gained further experience through loans to Southend United (2013) and Bury (2013–14) before joining the latter permanently in 2014. Mayor enjoyed his most prolific period at Bury, making 235 appearances and scoring 36 goals over five seasons, including a key role in their promotion from to via the play-offs in 2015. Following Bury's expulsion from the in 2019, he signed with Plymouth Argyle on a free transfer, where he contributed to 163 appearances across four seasons in . In June 2023, Mayor returned to his native by joining Town on a two-year contract, playing in until the end of the 2024–25 season. He then moved to on a free transfer in August 2025, signing a one-year deal with an option for extension, as of November 2025.

Early life and youth career

Early life

Danny Mayor was born on 18 October 1990 in Leyland, Lancashire, England. Raised in the Lancashire town of Leyland, Mayor attended Balshaw's Church of England High School. He developed an early interest in football through local opportunities. He began playing at a young age with Leyland Albion, a community club in his hometown, before being scouted for professional development.

Youth career

Danny Mayor, born in Leyland, Lancashire, began his organised football journey with local club Leyland Albion before joining the youth setup at Preston North End's academy at . Mayor progressed steadily through Preston's youth ranks, where he established himself as an exciting winger known for his ball-carrying ability and goal-scoring threat during training sessions and matches at under-18 and reserve levels. Under the guidance of youth team coach Jamie Hoyland, along with support from academy staff including Dean Ramsdale and Jim McCluskie, Mayor honed his technical skills and tactical awareness, earning praise for his potential to contribute dynamically in attacking play. A key milestone in his youth development came on 15 December 2008, when the 18-year-old signed his first contract with Preston North End—a two-and-a-half-year deal running until the summer of 2011—awarded six months ahead of the standard timeline after consistent performances in youth fixtures. This agreement, signed alongside fellow academy product Adam Barton, reflected the club's confidence in his readiness for higher-level opportunities and provided him with long-term stability to focus on his growth. In August 2010, Mayor further committed to the club by extending his contract for an additional three years until 2013, underscoring his status as one of the academy's most promising talents.

Club career

Preston North End

Mayor progressed through the youth system at his boyhood club Preston North End, joining in 2007 and signing his first professional contract in December 2008. To gain senior experience, Mayor was loaned to League One side Tranmere Rovers on 5 March 2009 for one month, where he made 3 appearances without scoring. He returned to Preston and made his professional debut for the club on 16 January 2010, substituting in the 70th minute during a match against Bristol City, which ended in a 4-2 defeat. Over his tenure from 2008 to 2012, established himself as a versatile winger and , contributing to Preston's campaigns in the and subsequent League One season following relegation in 2011. He featured in 64 matches across all competitions, scoring 2 goals. Notable performances included his first goal for the club, a substitute appearance strike in a 2-1 League One victory over former loan club Tranmere Rovers on 24 September 2011. His second goal came as a match-winner in a 1-0 home win against Hartlepool United on 14 February 2012, curling a left-footed shot into the top corner from the edge of the box. Despite increasing first-team involvement in his final season, with 36 appearances, Mayor departed Preston in August 2012, transferring to club Sheffield Wednesday for an undisclosed fee on a three-year contract to pursue opportunities at a higher level.

Sheffield Wednesday

On 17 August 2012, Danny Mayor transferred from Preston North End to Sheffield Wednesday for an undisclosed fee, signing a three-year contract with the club. Mayor struggled to establish himself in the first team during his tenure from 2012 to 2014, making only 8 appearances in all competitions with 1 start and no goals scored. To gain further experience, he was loaned to League Two side Southend United in February 2013 for an initial 28 days, where he featured in 5 matches without scoring. Later that year, on 2 2013, Mayor joined League Two club Bury on a season-long , where he thrived with 39 appearances, 30 starts, and 5 goals, contributing significantly to the team's promotion push and earning recognition as a key performer in the lower leagues. Despite this productive spell, his limited impact at led to his release at the end of the 2013–14 season, after which he signed permanently with Bury on 5 May 2014.

Bury

Mayor joined Bury on a permanent basis from Sheffield Wednesday in May 2014 for an undisclosed fee, signing a three-year contract. Having impressed during a loan spell at the club the previous season, he quickly established himself as a key attacking winger in League Two. During the 2014–15 season, Mayor played a pivotal role in Bury's promotion campaign, making 46 league appearances and scoring 8 goals as the team finished third to secure automatic promotion to League One. His pace, dribbling, and creativity on the left flank were instrumental in the Shakers' attacking dynamics, where he contributed numerous assists and formed effective partnerships with forwards like Tommy Philbin and Chris Sedgwick. For his performances, Mayor was named the Football League Two Player of the Year and selected for the PFA Team of the Year. Over the subsequent seasons from 2014 to 2019, Mayor remained a consistent presence, accumulating 157 league appearances and 25 goals for Bury across League One and Two. Notable contributions included a in a 5–1 win over in 2018 and several long-range strikes that highlighted his technical ability, though injuries occasionally disrupted his rhythm. He extended his contract in 2015 to stay until 2019, underscoring his importance to the squad's resilience amid fluctuating fortunes. Mayor's tenure ended in June 2019 when he departed as a , amid Bury's severe that ultimately led to the club's expulsion from the EFL. Despite the turmoil, his five-year stint represented the peak of his club career, marked by sustained impact and individual accolades.

Plymouth Argyle

Mayor joined Plymouth Argyle on a free transfer from Bury on 1 July 2019, linking up once again with his former manager , under whom he had previously enjoyed success in achieving promotions. The move marked his first venture to a club in , where he was initially deployed as an attacking winger on the left flank, leveraging his and crossing abilities to support the team's promotion push from League Two. Over his four seasons with Argyle from 2019 to 2023, Mayor made 163 appearances across all competitions, scoring 7 goals and providing 22 assists. In June 2021, he signed a two-year contract extension, committing his future to the club until the end of the 2022–23 season. As the team progressed under Lowe and later , Mayor adapted to a deeper central midfield role, contributing to improved squad depth and tactical flexibility, particularly in transitioning play from defense to attack. Mayor's tenure culminated in Plymouth Argyle's League One title win during the 2022–23 season, where the team amassed a record 101 points for promotion to the ; he featured in 34 matches that campaign, scoring once and playing a key part in key fixtures, such as the title-clinching 1–0 victory over Burton Albion on 29 April 2023, where his shot was cleared off the line. Additionally, he was involved in the club's run to the , appearing in the 4–0 defeat to Wanderers at , during which he received a yellow card.

Fleetwood Town

On 26 June 2023, Danny Mayor signed a two-year contract with Fleetwood Town, marking his return to after four seasons with Plymouth Argyle. Mayor made 82 appearances and scored 2 goals across his two seasons at the club, primarily operating as a central . In the 2023–24 League One season, he featured in 39 matches without finding the net, contributing to midfield control amid the team's ultimately unsuccessful battle against relegation, finishing 22nd. The 2024–25 campaign in League Two saw Mayor play 43 games, netting both his goals for the club and providing 5 assists overall during his tenure. His consistent performances helped anchor the midfield, supporting Fleetwood's mid-table stability with a 14th-place finish and 60 points from 46 matches. Mayor's experience proved vital in key fixtures, such as high-stakes encounters against promotion contenders where his passing and defensive work influenced results. His contract expired at the end of the 2024–25 season, allowing him to depart as a in the summer of 2025.

AFC Fylde

On 8 August 2025, Danny Mayor signed a one-year contract with in the following the expiration of his deal at Fleetwood Town. He made his debut the following day against Oxford City, entering as a substitute and scoring the winning goal in a 3–2 comeback victory. In the 2025–26 season, Mayor has featured prominently, making 12 appearances and scoring 5 goals as of 11 November 2025. His contributions include a brace in a 5–0 win over Sports on 6 September 2025, helping Fylde secure an away victory, as well as goals against Scarborough Athletic and that underscored his impact in tight matches. Mayor's goal-scoring form has been a highlight, with his debut strike earning the club's August Goal of the Month award. Transitioning to part-time football at age 35, Mayor has adapted swiftly, citing the club's proximity to his Leyland home and its ambitious possession-based style under manager Jim McIntyre as key factors in his smooth integration. He has contributed to Fylde's strong start, with the team sitting in the upper echelons of the table, bolstered by his experience in midfield creativity and set-piece delivery. No significant injuries have sidelined him this season, allowing consistent involvement. Looking ahead, Mayor has expressed optimism about Fylde's promotion push, aiming to add a fifth career promotion to his resume while embracing the club's vision for competitive football in the division. His contract runs until June 2026, positioning him as a vital asset in the team's bid for a return to the National League.

Career statistics and honours

Career statistics

As of the end of the 2024–25 season, Danny Mayor had made 574 appearances and scored 48 goals in his professional career across all competitions. Updated to include his performances in the 2025–26 season with , these totals stand at 586 appearances and 53 goals. The following table provides a breakdown of Mayor's appearances, goals, and assists in domestic league competitions by club and season (loans indicated where applicable). Cup competitions (, , , and others) account for the remaining appearances, with 62 cup matches yielding 8 goals and 10 assists across his career.
ClubSeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
Tranmere Rovers (loan from Preston)2008–09League One301
Preston North End2009–10700
Preston North End2010–112101
Preston North End2011–12League One3625
Preston North End Total6426
Sheffield Wednesday ( from Preston)2012–13800
Southend United ( from Preston)2012–13League Two501
Bury ( from Preston)2013–14League Two3958
Bury2014–15League Two4487
Bury2015–16League One4455
Bury2016–17League One2133
Bury2017–18League One2010
Bury2018–19League Two3988
Bury Total2073031
Plymouth Argyle2019–20League Two3416
Plymouth Argyle2020–21League One4413
Plymouth Argyle2021–22League One3335
Plymouth Argyle2022–23League One3015
Plymouth Argyle Total141619
Fleetwood Town2023–24League One3304
Fleetwood Town2024–25League Two3922
Fleetwood Town Total7226
2025–261252
Total1252
Career League Total5154566
Notable seasonal performances include Mayor's 8 goals in 44 league appearances during Bury's 2014–15 League Two promotion campaign and another 8 goals in 39 appearances in the 2018–19 League Two season.

Team Honours

Danny Mayor contributed to Bury's promotion from League Two in the 2014–15 season, finishing third in the regular season standings before winning the play-offs, where he recorded eight goals and five assists in league play. With Plymouth Argyle, Mayor helped secure the League One title in the 2022–23 season, making 34 appearances and scoring once during their record-breaking 101-point campaign. He also featured in Plymouth's run to the 2023 EFL Trophy final, where they lost 4–0 to Bolton Wanderers, earning a yellow card in the match.

Individual Honours

In recognition of his standout performances for Bury in the 2014–15 League Two season, Mayor was named the Football League Two Player of the Year, as voted by club captains. He was also selected for the for League Two that season, highlighting his key role in their promotion push.

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