SUNDERLAND star Jack Diamond has today denied rape and will now stand trial.
The footballer, 23, is accused of attacking a woman on two separate occasions at a home in Tyne and Wear.
GettyALBUFEIRA, PORTUGAL – JULY 13: Jack Diamond of Sunderland AFC during Sunderland v AS Roma Pre-Season Friendly match at Albufeira Municipal Stadium on July 13, 2022 in Albufeira, Portugal.. (Photo by Carlos Rodrigues/Getty Images )[/caption]
He had previously denied sexual assault at a different hearing, and has now pleaded not guilty to rape.
Diamond will now stand trial in the Newcastle Crown Court on January 2 next year.
The player, of Fatfield, Washington, had his conditional bail extended.
Lincoln City, where he had been on loan, terminated his loan stay.