£600,000 fee (plus add-ons) for former Rotherham United target Danny Ormerod

Rotherham United summer target Danny Ormerod made a £600,000 jump from non-league football to League One by joining Peterborough United in the final days of the transfer window.

Boss Alex Bruce watched the prolific striker in a friendly early in pre-season and the Millers had registered their interest with National League AFC Fylde in acquitting his services.

But the 20-year-old was a wanted man with a number of suitors and the fee was always going to be a substantial one, so the League Two club knew they would have to look elsewhere for additions to their frontline.

Peterborough are paying a guaranteed amount of £600,000 and there is substantial sell-on clause in the deal.

The deal was announced last week.

Fylde said in a statement: "Transfers like this are never easy as the selling club never want to lose their best players. But, having set a valuation, when that valuation was met, we honoured our commitment to Peterborough.

"It’s fair to say that since initial discussions began back in June, Peterborough have come a long way from their original position, and we think this deal represents tremendous value for both clubs."

Ormerod, who was in the final year of his deal, made his debut as a 17-year-old and became one of the hottest properties outside of the EFL when he scored 31 times in 48 outings to help fire Fylde out of National League North.

Fylde added: "We have thoroughly enjoyed our dealings with Peterborough throughout the process. Their professionalism and approach have been first class, and we would like to place on record our thanks for the professional way in which they have conducted business.

"For Danny, this is a fantastic opportunity, and one that he has earned through his hard work, determination and performances in an AFC Fylde shirt. He has an exciting career ahead of him, and everyone associated with the club will be watching his progress with great pride as he takes the next step in his journey."