Ian Taylor: the OVF interview
We’re delighted to have an exclusive chat with Port Vale legend Ian Taylor who reminisces about his time with the Valiants.
Port Vale News
The latest Port Vale news stories from the onevalefan website.
Valiants linked with French defender
The Sentinel newspaper says that Vale are one of several clubs to express interest in former Macclesfield Town defender Thierry Audel.
Chilvers: Vale need Loft extension
Liam Chilvers has told the Sentinel that he hopes captain Doug Loft agrees a new contract with the club.
Released James set to join Hereford?
The Bulls News website claims that former Vale midfielder Kingsley James is set to sign a contract with Hereford United.
Bycars block becomes ‘temporary’ family stand
Port Vale have announced that a block of the Bycars stand will become a “Temporary” family area while work on the Lorne Street stand continues.
Pope second in Teamtalk annual awards
Striker Tom Pope has been awarded second place in Teamtalk’s Football League Player of the Season awards.
Smurthwaite to re-assess playing budget
Norman Smurthwaite has told the Sentinel that he will “make sure there’s enough depth in our squad for next season” as he considers the possibility of increasing Micky Adams’ transfer funds.
SC: Finish Lorne St during the season?
Port Vale Supporters Club have published details of a meeting with Norman Smurthwaite during which the owner asked fans to send in their wish lists and also wants to know if there would be support for completing the unfinished part of the Lorne St stand during the season.
Chilvers signs Vale contract
Liam Chilvers signs Port Vale contract: the Valiants defender has signed a new one-year contract with the club.
Norman tweets: sponsorship deal is done
A tweet from Port Vale owner Norman Smurthwaite confirms that a shirt sponsorship deal for next season has been completed and will be announced soon.
Page stays as Blades appoint Weir
Port Vale coach Rob Page will remain at the club after Sheffield United decided to appoint David Weir as their new manager.
Vale confirm Irish fixtures
Port Vale have confirmed that the team will make a repeat visit to Athlone Town and also play Bray Wanderers during their Irish tour. Last summer the Valiants defeated Athlone 5-0 and in a prolific Irish tour added a further twelve goals in defeating Shriven Rovers 9-0 and Galway 3-0. Vale will face Athlone Town […]
Weir set to beat Page to Blades post
Port Vale coach Rob Page looks set to miss out on the Sheffield United manager’s job according to local Sheffield newspaper, the Sheffield Star. According to the Star, barring a “last minute change of heart” the Blades are set to appoint Everton coach David Weir as their new manager and the former Scottish International could […]
Video vault: Port Vale 1-2 Leeds Utd
Watch the Match of the Day coverage as Vale’s epic FA Cup run finally comes to an end at the hands of a Gary McAllister-inspired Leeds United.
Could Griffith be on the way to Vale?
According to reports in the Sentinel, Anthony Griffith will find out whether he has a future at Leyton Orient in the next week.
Birchall misses Estonia game
Chris Birchall missed the opportunity to earn his 26th International cap as a Vale player as he travelled home to be with his ill son. Birchall was set to feature in Trinidad and Tobago’s friendly with Estonia – a game that they subsequently lost 1-0 – but opted to travel home after his son was […]
Grew: Club ‘doing well’ in search for new faces
Asssistant manager Mark Grew has told the Sentinel that the club “do not deal in tittle tattle” but the newspaper has indicated that the club are “doing well” in their efforts to strengthen their squad for the new campaign.
Celebrate promotion with Paine Proffitt’s art
The Barewall Gallery, based in Burslem has two items by renowned local artist Paine Proffitt celebrating Port Vale’s promotion season.
Season ticket sales pass 4,000
Port Vale FC have reported encouraging season ticket sales of 4,185 by the 31st May early bird deadline.
Mixed news on contracts
Port Vale FC have announced that Sam Morsy has turned down an offer of a contract, Doug Loft is in negotiations and Liam Chilvers has agreed terms. According to the official Port Vale website, Morsy was “was offered terms for a new improved two-year contract at the end of last season, but has opted against […]
Promotion mugs now on sale
The Port Vale Supporters club has a number of mugs celebrating the club’s promotion for sale. The mugs cost £6 each or two for £10.
Birchall’s 25th cap ends in defeat
Port Vale’s most capped player, Chris Birchall earned his 25th cap as a 71st minute substitute, but he was unable to prevent Trinidad and Tobago slipping to a 4-0 defeat to Romania.
Former Vale player Alf Bellis passes away
The official Port Vale website reports that former Vale winger Alf Bellis sadly passed away at the age of 92 in April. Bellis played for the club between 1938 and 1948, making 158 appearances and scoring an impressive 46 goals. Our condolences to his friends and family. Alf Bellis, 1921-2013, Valiant legend RIP
No Ordinary Season – ebook coming in July
Rob Fielding wants to update fans who want to purchase an ebook version of his Port Vale book – “No Ordinary Season.”
Page set for ‘top secret’ Blades talks
The Sheffield Star reports that Vale coach Rob Page is set for a final phase of talks with Sheffield United at a “top secret location.”
Winger turned down three offers to join Vale
The Gloucestershire Echo says that Kaid Mohamed turned down approaches from Oldham, Portsmouth and Bradford City to join Port Vale on a free transfer.