Mark David Helm (born 21 October 2001) is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for EFL League Two club Fleetwood Town.
Club career Early career Born in Warrington, Helm joined Manchester United at the age of seven, before leaving the club in 2021 at the expiration of his contract. Immediately after leaving Manchester United, he signed for Burnley, citing Dwight McNeil, who had also made the move from United to Burnley, as a role model for paving the route to first-team football. His career at Burnley got off to a good start, with the midfielder earning praise for his performances in pre-season friendlies.
Burton Albion On 12 January 2023, Helm moved to EFL League One side Burton Albion on an eighteen-month deal. He made his debut two days later, in a 4–0 home loss to Shrewsbury Town, with his first performance being described as 'tidy'.
Fleetwood Town On 25 July 2024, Helm joined League Two side Fleetwood Town on a three-year contract.
Helm was named EFL League Two Player of the Month for March 2026 having scored or assisted in each of his side's six matches across the month.
Style of play A versatile midfielder, capable of playing in the centre of the field as a playmaker or box-to-box midfielder as well as the right-hand side, Helm drew comparisons to former Manchester United player Wayne Rooney. He is also a dead ball specialist and is known for dictating the tempo of play.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueFA CupEFL CupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsManchester United U212019–20————30302020–21————3232Total———6262Burnley2021–22Premier League000000—00Burton Albion2022–23League One193———1932023–24375201041446Total568201041639Fleetwood Town2024–25League Two4471030305172025–26387301052479Total82144040829816Career total13822605018516727
Honours Individual EFL League Two Player of the Month: March 2026
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