Port Vale make third summer signing with addition of young midfielder

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Matty Young has become manager Jon Brady’s third new signing of the summer.

Young joins goalkeeper Jackson Smith and defender Jasper Moon as new summer signings for the Valiants.

Young has previously had loan spells with Doncaster Rovers, Mansfield Town and Barnsley making 42 appearances on loan plus one for Spurs. He is also a Scotland U21 International.

A defensive midfielder, Young is 23 years of age and joins Vale following the expiration of his contract with Tottenham. He has agreed a three year deal.

Manager Jon Brady commented: “Matty fits the profile of player we want to bring to Port Vale. Young, hungry and on an upward trajectory in his career. He has a real desire to improve, works hard every day and is eager to develop, which are qualities that are very important to us. We believe he has the potential to grow with the football club and make a positive impact both on and off the pitch. We’re delighted to welcome him to Port Vale and look forward to working with him as we continue building a competitive and ambitious squad.”