New permanent signing Rico Richards says his good relationship with the Port Vale supporters played a key role in his decision to move to the club on a permanent basis.
Former loanee Richards is the second signing of the summer for the Valiants and Richards spoke to the club’s media team about the move.
What he said…
Completing the move
It feels great. I loved my loan when I was here last year and the gaffer saying me and everything just aligned and it was the perfect opportunity to come back. I can come back to a place that I enjoy…
His relationship with Port Vale fans
I always a connection with the fans is one of the most important things and this football club has it. It definitely did play a part. I love the fans and hopefully they like me as well…
Seeing familiar faces in the dressing room
Yes, having familiar faces is very important. It helps me settle in quickly and almost carry on from last season – it doesn’t feel like much has changed…
On making an early summer move
Yeah it’s very important. I can now focus on coming here and not where am I going. I know what I need to do and I’ve got a pre-season I am going to now…
Why he selected Port Vale
It’s exciting football club, I had a great relationship with the fans, I like the manager a lot, the people here are nice, the players – it was almost perfect for me…
The full interview can be seen on the club’s PVTV platform
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