SWINDON Town assistant manager Tommy Wright denied any knowledge of a bid from Luton Town for Scott Twine and insists he does not know whether the youngster will sign a proposed new deal at the County Ground.

Evidently keen not to give much away in regard to Twine’s situation, the Scot simply insisted the club would love to keep their prized asset but that ultimately the decision would be down to the player.

Further reports this week suggested the Championship club had put in an official bid for Twine, days after manager Nathan Jones said they would be unlikely to do so.

Town are thought to have rejected any bid from Luton while they nervously wait to see if the 21-year-old signs a contract extension at the County Ground.

Asked on Monday if Wright could clarify the situation, Town’s assistant manager sat firmly on the fence while continuing to speak highly of Twine’s attitude throughout the speculation.

Wright said: “I’m not aware of any bid. A couple of people have rung me about that – I know Luton have been interested but I don’t know if there has actually been a bid.

“I’ve seen the rumours, but that’s it. I don’t know anything about where he is with the contract. We’d like to keep Scott Twine, but in football, even at the highest level, everyone has got their price.

“The one thing with Scott is, whatever happens, he’ll train hard and retain his focus. He’s a good lad, so I’ve got no concerns about him.”

With the majority of EFL clubs struggling through the coronavirus pandemic, financially, a sizeable sale of a prized asset could keep said club afloat for a considerable period of time.

Wright was asked whether Town would be forced to sell Twine due to the lack of money flowing through the club, and whether the player had any say in the matter once an acceptable bid came in.

The 56-year-old stated the club is not in a position where they would be forced to sell, and the decision on a potential move would be Twine’s and Twine’s alone.

Wright said: “If somebody comes in with the right price, he’ll go. He’s the player, so it’s his decision. If we had a bid and it was accepted for Scott and he didn’t want to go, he wouldn’t go.

“He’s in the best position, and it’s always nice when you’re getting linked with other clubs because it means you’re doing something right.

“He’s playing well, but he has to stay focused because the speculation can take his focus of what he does best. But in training and in games, he seems focused – hopefully, he can stay.”