Transfer window business will give an indication of Vale’s promotion potential
There’s only a matter of days left for the August transfer window yet Rob Fielding predicts it could be a busy period for the Valiants.
OVF founder Rob Fielding offers his own opinion on all things Port Vale.
There’s only a matter of days left for the August transfer window yet Rob Fielding predicts it could be a busy period for the Valiants.
Rob Fielding expands on his article from earlier this week to argue that putting star youngsters on contracts fits with the current club approach of developing and selling on emerging talent.
OVF editor Rob Fielding says – whisper it quietly – but Vale have a method to the footballing side and it’s one that could be a successful one.
OVF editor Rob Fielding thinks the club should look at securing the long-term futures of four key players now and not wait till the summer.
Here are all (OK most of) the key events from the summer in one single (and rather long) diary entry…
OVF editor Rob Fielding think an experienced spine to the Vale team may help the newcomers during a long League One season.
OVF editor Rob Fielding hails the Anton Forrester signing and looks forward to a potentially prolific partnership with JJ Hooper.
It seems that only in the world of Port Vale can the press be banned from a press conference and Rob Fielding strongly disagrees with the decision…
It’s been a dramatic and controversial summer and it seems there is more to come… Rob Fielding offers his opinion on Vale’s off-season business.
Rob Fielding argues that in the case of the next Vale manager, the bookies odds mean very little.
Rob Fielding finds some refreshing honesty in Norman Smurthwaite’s comments but wonders if the Chairman should now act to prevent more unhelpful remarks.
Rob Fielding says the club deserve some praise for their video update with the Chairman.
Rob Fielding hopes that the delay to appoint a new manager is for a good reason as the club face losing out on targets.
Rob Fielding is confused by what he sees as mixed messages on social media that miss the point.
OVF editor Rob Fielding thinks that in the light of a news blackout there is still one feelgood news item that the club could release.
Site editor Rob Fielding says a change of attitude is needed by Port Vale as the club enters a low ebb.
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.
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.
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.