Williams in as Balmer departs Port Vale
The Valiants have announced the loan signing of Liverpool defender as Crystal Palace loanee departs.
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Donations to John Rudge statue fund flood in from grateful Reading fans
Reading fans have made dozens of donations to the John Rudge statue fund as a way of expressing gratitude to the travelling Port Vale fans.
“We won’t forget it” – praise and apology for travelling Port Vale fans from Reading protest group
The Reading protest group Sell Before We Dai have issued an apology and a thank you message to Port Vale fans who attended the abandoned League One game on Saturday afternoon.
Port Vale manager Andy Crosby praises travelling support after Reading game is abandoned
Port Vale manager Andy Crosby took time to praise the Port Vale fans who travelled to the subsequently abandoned Reading game on Saturday.
Port Vale’s match at Reading is abandoned after fans protest
Port Vale’s League One game against Reading was abandoned after a pitch invasion by hundreds of home fans protesting against owner Dai Yogge.
Reading v Port Vale preview – can Valiants pick up some valuable away points?
It was a much better second-half display last Saturday so hopes are high that a repeat of the same could pay dividends in Berkshire. Here’s our preview…
Port Vale loanee Josh Thomas is recalled by Swansea City
Loanee Josh Thomas has returned to Swansea City Port Vale have confirmed.
“I hope so” – Port Vale manager eyeing more January additions
Port Vale manager Andy Crosby says the club are talking to potential new players but warned that any moves undertaken during the January transfer window can take time.
Port Vale rumour: Valiants are linked to non-league hotshot
Journalist Pete O’Rourke says that Port Vale are one of a number of clubs interested in signing a non-league forward.
“Something I’ll remember for a long time” – Tom Pett reflects on Port Vale spell
Former midfielder Tom Pett has been reflecting on his time in Burslem with the Gloucestershire Live website and he says that the emotional promotion season during his spell will be “something I’ll remember for a long time.”
“Thanks for everything” – class act Conlon bids goodbye to Port Vale
Classy midfielder Tom Conlon has posted a heartfelt message on social media following the end of his six season stay at Vale Park.
Former captain Tom Conlon departs Port Vale FC
Port Vale have confirmed the departure of former skipper Tom Conlon with the midfielder agreeing a permanent transfer to Oldham Athletic.
Loan signing joins Port Vale
Port Vale FC have confirmed that attacking midfielder Jenson Weir has joined the club on loan from Premier League side Brighton and Hove Albion.
Port Vale announce new CEO
Port Vale have announced that Matt Hancock has been appointed as the club’s new CEO.
Port Vale rumour: are Valiants targeting a League Two striker?
Local papers claim a League Two striker is wanted by League One clubs with a well-known journalist claiming Port Vale is one of the clubs to show an interest.
“Long-term” – Andy Crosby suggests lengthy absence for Ben Garrity
Port Vale have been dealt a significant blow with the news that top-scorer Ben Garrity has been ruled out “long-term” according to manager Andy Crosby.
Port Vale rumour: Ollie Arblaster linked with Derby County loan switch
The Sun newspaper says that League One rivals Derby County are interested in arranging a loan deal for former Port Vale loanee Ollie Arblaster.
Port Vale 3-3 Charlton Athletic report – drama galore as late Massey strike earns Vale a point
A topsy turvy game saw Port Vale draw with Charlton thanks to a late equaliser from Gavin Massey. Poor defending overshadowed Vale’s performance but the plus points were a first goal from Uche Ikpeazu, a period of excellent play in the second-half and that Massey strike late on.
Port Vale’s top scorer is ruled out for “several weeks”
Port Vale manager Andy Crosby has confirmed that the injury to midfielder Ben Garrity is worst than feared.
“Some interest” – manager confirms there have been enquiries about Port Vale duo
Port Vale manager Andy Crosby says there has been “some interest” in defender Lewis Cass and midfielder Tom Conlon – both of whom have been rumoured to be leaving the club during the January window.
Port Vale set to be without several key players for the rest of January
Port Vale manager Andy Crosby has confirmed to the local media that several Vale players will be ruled out for the rest of January as he gave an update on the club’s injury situation.
Port Vale v Charlton Athletic preview – can home comforts help Valiants after late Carlisle loss?
It was a bitter blow for Andy Crosby’s side to lose the game late on at Carlisle. They may be missing several key players but their performances at Vale Park in recent weeks have generally been stronger. Can they therefore bounce back against Charlton? Here’s our preview…
“Delighted” – James Wilson thrilled to extend Port Vale stay
Striker James Wilson says he is “delighted” to have extended his contract at Vale Park until the end of the season.
Opinion: Port Vale need to think carefully about contract lengths…
Rob Fielding argues that the club have gambled unnecessarily with contract lengths in the summer, especially to injury-prone players. He says it shows an inconsistency in approach and also makes it difficult for the club to wheel and deal in the transfer window.
“Loved every minute” – Ollie Arblaster bids a fond farewell to Port Vale fans
Loanee Ollie Arblaster said he “loved every minute” of his highly successful loan spell at Port Vale.