Should Vale move quickly and appoint from within?
Rob Fielding wonders if Port Vale should replace the seemingly departing Rob Page with an internal appointment.
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Rob Fielding wonders if Port Vale should replace the seemingly departing Rob Page with an internal appointment.
Rob Fielding thinks that Rob Page is the right man for the job at Vale Park and hopes that the club can keep him after interest from other clubs.
Rob Fielding says the Vale coaching staff were right to develop an on-field identity and it’s time for the rest of the club to follow suit.
Rob Fielding argues that Rob Page has shown enough nous and potential to be given the benefit of the doubt after the retained list was announced.
As football fans, we want to turn away from Port Vale matters for a moment and remember the tragic events of the 11th May 1985.
Rob Fielding believes that Rob Page’s letter to supporters hits the right note.
Rob Fielding applauds Rob Page and his coaching staff for a loan system that is clearly producing results.
Rob Fielding is left bemused by the “media ban” over coverage of the club’s fans forum.
Rob Fielding argues that Rob Page’s steady approach to player development is the right way to develop talent.
The Against League 3 website is worried that Dave Richards’ Premier League interests could adversely affect lower league clubs but as usual fans will have “absolutely zero say” in his appointment.
OVF editor Rob Fielding thinks that even if the play-offs are out of reach, there are still some things Vale could do to get the maximum benefit out of the rest of the season.
Rob Fielding thinks that Rob Page and his coaching staff have done well this season in terms of loans both in and out of the club.
OVF editor Rob Fielding believes that Vale could be in real danger of losing a generation of younger supporters unless the club takes a radical, long-term approach to youngsters.
Reports in national newspapers on Tuesday suggest that the Premier League are attempting to change the FA Cup competition. They must be stopped.
The subject of “negative” Vale fans has been much debated in recent weeks – here’s the view of the OVF editor.
OVF editor Rob Fielding believes it would be a huge risk to sell the football club and not the Vale Park stadium.
Rob Fielding outlines his own personal wishlist of items that should be high on the agenda of any future Port Vale owner.
Rob Fielding doesn’t believe claims of “manager’s favourites” and he’s brought out the stats to try and prove it.
The OVF editor says some criticism is justified but much of the manager’s work has been under appreciated by his critics.
Rob Fielding says that away from the action on the pitch, supporters should show their support for fellow fans on Saturday.
It’s probably fair to say that the jury’s out on Vale’s performance at the half-way stage and here are some possible areas of improvement.
Even by Port Vale standards, it has been a remarkable week, here we look at a few ways to mend bridges and maybe help get Vale back on track.
OVF editor Rob Fielding thinks it may well be time for the club to conduct any potential sale behind closed doors.
After a 72 hour period of incredible drama, OVF editor Rob Fielding believes most fans will want an end to the soap opera.
Rob Fielding understands that Rob Page’s future is in the balance – but whether he stays or goes – he hopes the club don’t rush into a snap decision.
Rob Fielding says some fans may need to change their opinions of Rob Page’s summer contract moves.
Rob Fielding thinks that Port Vale should name a full-strength side for Sunday’s game.