Stockport County have rejected a six-figure bid from Luton Town for Jack Diamond.

The winger has been a standout for the Edgeley Park side, who has featured in every single League One match they have played so far this season and contributed five goals and as many assists.

Battle Of Hatters

According to Pete O’Rourke, Luton Town have had a £750,000 bid turned away for Diamond, who could shape up to be a replacement for Jacob Brown with his future in Bedfordshire in doubt.

Barnsley were previously expected to have swooped for the 26-year-old, but according to Football League World, have been leapfrogged by Championship side Portsmouth, who are now in advanced talks.

It would mark the second move John Mousinho’s side have lined up with Town, having also secured the services of Millenic Alli on loan earlier in the window.

Diamond had been subject to interest from the Championship earlier in the window, with Football League World also reporting that Derby County among others were interested in a move for the former Sunderland man.

He arrived in Greater Manchester on a free transfer following his exit from Carlisle United and has 18 months left on his contract.

Firm Stance Set

Jack Diamond has been a key cog in Stockport County’s attacking machine this season, and it is unlikely they will entertain a sale for the forward, no less to a promotion rival in Luton Town.

Kenilworth Road has seen a few incoming signings for their attacking ranks, with Manchester City’s Emilio Lawrence and Hull City‘s Kasey Palmer both joining the Hatters.

While a £750,000 bid for Diamond would be a great injection of funds to take in at Edgeley Park, it is an unlikely move unless a lot more money can be conjured up by Jack Wilshere and his recruitment team.

As the past couple of games against Plymouth Argyle and Blackpool have proved, the 26-year-old is an ever-potent threat, and alongside Kyle Wootton and January signing Adama Sidibeh, is crucial in their hopes of securing promotion to the Championship.