Peterborough United may have to pay more than £500,000 if they pursue a move for AFC Fylde striker Danny Ormerod.
Posh have been linked with the 20-year-old as they look to strengthen Luke Williams’ attacking options before the transfer window closes.
However, any deal would require a significant financial commitment. York City have reportedly seen an offer worth £500,000 rejected by Fylde, suggesting the National League club value their leading goalscorer considerably higher.
Ormerod attracted widespread attention after scoring 31 times during Fylde’s National League North title-winning campaign last season. His goals helped the Coasters secure an immediate return to the fifth tier, while also placing him firmly on the radar of clubs across the EFL.
York, who were promoted to League Two after winning the National League, appear to have made the most concrete attempt to sign him so far. Head coach Scott Lindsey remained guarded when questioned about the reported bid, but the suggestion that Fylde turned down half a million pounds underlines their determination to retain the striker.
Peterborough Searching For Attacking Support
Peterborough are understood to be among several clubs monitoring Ormerod, with Rotherham United manager Alex Bruce mentioning Posh when questioned about his own side’s reported interest.
United are known to be seeking another striker who can provide competition and support for Harry Leonard. Chairman Darragh MacAnthony recently indicated that further additions could be made, although the club have not commented publicly on the specific link with Ormerod.
The striker’s age and scoring record make him an obvious fit for Peterborough’s established recruitment model. Posh have frequently targeted young players capable of developing at London Road before potentially being sold for a substantial profit.
Nevertheless, spending more than £500,000 on a player yet to feature in the EFL would represent a sizeable investment. Fylde are in a strong negotiating position after promotion and have little incentive to sell one of their most important players unless their valuation is met.
York’s rejected offer may also encourage other interested clubs to act before the deadline. The bidding has already established the minimum cost of any prospective deal, leaving Peterborough to decide whether Ormerod’s potential justifies moving beyond the half-million-pound mark.
For now, the interest remains unconfirmed by Posh. What appears increasingly clear is that Ormerod will not be allowed to leave Fylde cheaply.
