Clare joined Burton after leaving Crawley two seasons ago (Getty)

Burton Albion striker Daryl Clare has joined Blue Square Premier rivals Rushden & Diamonds after turning down a new deal with the Brewers.

The Jersey-born 29-year-old, last season's top scorer, scored 48 goals in 99 games after joining in March 2006.

Midfielder Michael Simpson, and long-serving defenders Darren Stride and Aaron Webster have all signed new Albion contracts for next season.

Several more players are expected to agree terms in the next few days.

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