I believe Norman Smurthwaite should sell, but only to the right people
Rob Fielding hopes that the club isn’t sold to a hedge fund and he believes there are options that will allow the owner to sell the club to the right people.
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Rob Fielding hopes that the club isn’t sold to a hedge fund and he believes there are options that will allow the owner to sell the club to the right people.
OVF editor Rob Fielding says it is an impossible task for fans to make a decision on whether Norman Smurthwaite should sell the club.
Opinion by Malcolm Hirst. Recent games have shown Vale to be a “chalk and cheese” team and it’s vital Vale approach the game against Bristol Rovers in the right manner.
It’s difficult to judge whether Vale’s moves in the transfer window will help or hinder the club.
Rob Fielding says that mistakes in managerial appointments and supporter apathy show why the club really needs a proper CEO who can plan for the long-term development of the club.
OVF editor Rob Fielding says that uncertainty over the manager’s position could damage the club’s chances on the pitch.
We’d like to alert our readers to an in-depth article with former Vale striker Ernie Moss in the Daily Telegraph.
Rob Fielding says that it was right for Bruno Ribeiro to leave the club but the Valiants now face a crucial period where they need to sort things out both on and off the pitch.
Port Vale invited eleven children from families seeking asylum to watch the game against Northampton Town.
The underfire CEO of the Football League, Shaun Harvey, has admitted that the changes to the Football League Trophy (aka the checkatrade trophy) could be scrapped at the end of the season.
OVF editor Rob Fielding says that keeping faith with Bruno Ribeiro may just help bring about a youthful and talented squad for future seasons.
At the risk of repeating himself, OVF editor Rob Fielding urges the club to discuss a new contract with star defender Remie Streete.
OVF editor Rob Fielding ponders what he believes are nine key issues affecting the club at this time…
OVF editor Rob Fielding says it’s a no brainer that the FA Cup tie against Hartlepool United is Port Vale’s most important game of the season so far.
OVF editor Rob Fielding says it’s easy to dismiss Rigino Cicilia’s skills but fans should remember he has had one full league game for the club and is still learning.
Football League clubs are fined for playing youngsters while Premier League clubs can play veterans in their “academy” sides. OVF thinks the whole situation is ludicrous…
The news that the Football League has ceased talks about the Whole Game Solution should be greeted with relief by football fans.
Trusting in youngsters could see a big money sale plus the possibility of more to come says OVF editor Rob Fielding.
OVF editor Rob Fielding wonders if the FA Cup game against Stevenage is the time for Vale to rely on proven experience over potential.
OVF editor Rob Fielding wonders if a clutch of experienced signings is a sign of a new direction for the club. And it’s no bad thing, he argues…
OVF editor Rob Fielding was privileged to see a play called the Greater Game about the Footballers Regiment and the sacrifice undertaken by Leyton Orient players.
Rob Fielding says a statement about youth development from the Football League is hypocritical…
OVF editor Rob Fielding wonders if Vale should now try and tie Nathan Smith’s defensive partner Remie Streete to a new deal?
The Football League have announced that any possible reform of the English structure will not involve the introduction of Premier League B teams or the Old Firm clubs into the pyramid.
OVF editor Rob Fielding was disturbed to read reports of highly offensive behaviour by a group of Port Vale “fans” – here’s his response.
OVF editor says that despite many doubters, including himself, Norman Smurthwaite increasingly looks to have got the key decisions right in recent months.
It’s fair to say that the revamped Football League Trophy has been very controversial. Here’s how Twitter reacted…