Diamond retirement a shocker for Mansfield Town skipper Pearce
Diamond had captained the side last season but suffered a back injury that, despite an operation, has forced him into a huge career decision.
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Hide AdPearce returned to the club after playing for Barbados in El Salvador and admitted: “It was shocking news about Zander and I will reach out to him later and wish him all the best for the future.
“He has been a great servant for the club and all the clubs he has been at so I wish him well.
“He was a solid defender who wore his heart on his sleeve.”