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The Sentinel newspaper claims that Shaun Brisley, Mark Cullen and Cristian Montano are close to agreeing new deals. The three have been important figures in the Valiants squad last season and were three of seven players to be offered new contracts in the summer. CEO Colin Garlick told the newspaper: “Mark Cullen has accepted his offer, Shaun Brisley has accepted his, formally, and Monty has verbally accepted his. And we are still within the month where the players have that time to consider the options. Continue reading Three players set to agree Port Vale contracts – reports claim at onevalefan.co.uk. More

In this series we look back at players who only made a solitary appearance for the Valiants. This week we look at winger Carlos Saleiro. Seen as a key member of Bruno Ribeiro’s “revolution” the signing of Carlos Saleiro actually turned out to be a damp squib. Continue reading Port Vale one hit wonders: number two Carlos Saleiro at onevalefan.co.uk. More

In this series we look back at players who only made a solitary appearance for the Valiants. This week we look at winger Brendon Daniels. Not all non-league “punts” work out as Brendon Daniels will undoubtedly agree. Continue reading Port Vale one hit wonders: number one Brendon Daniels at onevalefan.co.uk. More

In the 1960’s Port Vale FC embarked on two tours of Czechoslovakia and also hosted a home friendly against the national side, but what prompted this close relationship between Port Vale and Czechoslovakia? Continue reading Czech mates – Port Vale and Czechoslovakia, a special relationship at onevalefan.co.uk. More

Our latest Monday evening vintage Port Vale match is full coverage of the 1990 FA Cup replay game at the Baseball Ground Continue reading Tonight at 7.30pm: Derby Co v Port Vale, 1990 (full 90 mins) at onevalefan.co.uk. More

Port Vale Chief Executive Colin Garlick has confirmed to the Sentinel newspaper that veteran midfielder Luke Joyce has agreed a 12 month contract extension. Joyce’s contract clause allowed him to sign an extension to his current deal which expired this summer and the midfielder has agreed a 12 month extension. Joyce has been a key performer in the holding player role for the last two seasons. Garlick told the Sentinel: “We are delighted to have Luke sorted out. Continue reading Really pleased – Port Vale CEO confirms key midfielder has signed deal at onevalefan.co.uk. More

We’ve now passed 150 video clips on the OVF YouTube channel and to celebrate we’ve picked five of our favourite Port Vale goals to celebrate… Continue reading Our favourite five Port Vale goals from the 150+ videos on the OVF YouTube channel at onevalefan.co.uk. More

Port Vale manager John Askey has told the Sentinel newspaper that he would be interested in having loan duo Mitch Clark and Jake Taylor in his squad next season. Taylor and Clark have both returned to their parent clubs after succesful loan spells with the Valiants. Full-back Clark joined for a second loan spell while midfielder Taylor impressed enough that Vale made an unsuccessful permanent bid in January. Askey told the newspaper: “It would be nice if we could get them back next season but, with them doing well for us, there might be clubs from higher leagues interested in them. Continue reading Nice if we could get them back – Port Vale boss confirms interest in former loan duo at onevalefan.co.uk. More

An underrated wide player, Gary Ford played an often unsung part in some memorable John Rudge moments. Mention wide players to the average Port Vale fan and the names Guppy, McCarthy, Ainsworth and Chamberlain will probably crop up. It’s not that likely that “Gary Ford” will. However, Ford was an often underrated player who deserves a cult status for his part in some memorable John Rudge moments. Ford was one of the key signings when John Rudge re-shaped his squad after the big money sale of Andy Jones. Continue reading Cult hero 68: Gary Ford at onevalefan.co.uk. More

As part of our series of showing the whole 90 minutes of vintage Port Vale games, we will be showing the 1990 FA Cup replay with Derby County as live on Monday evening… About the match Port Vale travel to top flight Derby County for a third round replay after an excellent 1-1 draw at Vale Park. County boast the likes of Internationals Peter Shilton, Mark Wright and Dean Saunders so it’s going to be a tough task at the Baseball Ground for John Rudge’s men. Continue reading Classic match in full: watch the 1990 FA Cup replay at Derby on Monday evening at onevalefan.co.uk. More

A relatively unheralded signing at the time, Nicky Cross proved to be an intelligent and experienced addition to the Port Vale squad. For the club’s first season in the Second Division for decades, Port Vale manager John Rudge opted for experienced signings to bolster his 1990 side. In came defender Neil Aspin, winger Ian Miller and striker Nicky Cross. Cross, or Nicholas Jeremy Rowland Cross to give him his full name was a 28 year-old forward who had begun his career with five years in the First Division for West Brom. Continue reading Cult hero 67: Nicky Cross at onevalefan.co.uk. More

The striker’s remarkable spell came despite Port Vale conceding 12 goals in two games and amid mounting financial worries. Continue reading From the OVF Archive: striker “Nipper” Roberts hits eight in five games in 1936 at onevalefan.co.uk. More

He had two spells and five years as manager and during that time there were several memorable quotes – here are five we picked out… Continue reading Five memorable quotes by former Port Vale manager Micky Adams at onevalefan.co.uk. More

Port Vale manager John Askey says he will be “looking for another couple up front” if Mark Cullen agrees to stay with the club. Veteran Tom Pope is the only central forward to be under contract for next season but Cullen, who joined in the summer of 2019, is widely expected to agree a new contract. If Cullen stays, Askey will be looking to replace departed duo Richie Bennett and Jordan Archer. Continue reading Port Vale manager to target two more forwards if Mark Cullen signs at onevalefan.co.uk. More

Our latest Monday evening vintage Port Vale match is full coverage of the 1998 game against Barnsley at Oakwell. Continue reading Live from 7:30pm: Barnsley v Port Vale, 1998 (full 90 mins) at onevalefan.co.uk. More

He’s a Port Vale legend – so here’s a small selection of our favourite Roy Sproson quotes Continue reading Five of our favourite quotes by Port Vale legend Roy Sproson at onevalefan.co.uk. More

Former Port Vale striker Ricky Miller has used social media to discuss the mental health issues which have affected his professional football career. Miller spent a year at Vale Park after being signed by former manager Neil Aspin but he left by mutual consent in 2019 after six goals in 35 games. Posting on Twitter Miller commented: “I went into pro football had a mental breakdown.” Taking about his inability to discuss his issues Miller added: “I just used to clam up around the lads sometimes, then I’d go home get in bed and hide from the world. Continue reading Former Port Vale striker Ricky Miller speaks out about mental heath issues at onevalefan.co.uk. More

The 1893-1894 season was only Port Vale’s second season as a Football League club but it started as one of the most memorable. Continue reading From our OVF Archive: seven wins, thirty goals – Port Vale’s incredible 1893 run… at onevalefan.co.uk. More

We’ve recently added a clip of Port Vale thrashing Norwich City at home back in 1996. About the match Taking place in the 1996-97 season when Port Vale finished in their highest League position for over 50 years, this was a demolition of Norich City in December. The Vale goalscorers were Stuart Talbot (2), Martin Foyle (2), Andy Porter and Lee Mills. 6,278 saw the action. About our YouTube channel We now have nearly 150 classic Port Vale videos on our channel. Continue reading Video: watch Port Vale put six past Norwich City in 1996 at onevalefan.co.uk. More

Jak Alnwick has become the second prominent former Port Vale goalkeeper to be released this summer. Alnwick is one of six players to be released by Glasgow Rangers. The former Newcastle United player was sold to Rangers for a six figure fee in January 2017. Neal and O’Connor leave Salford Another former Vale keeper, promotion winner Chris Neal, has been released by Salford City alongside Northern Ireland International midfielder Michael O’Connor. Continue reading Former Valiants: Alnwick released by Glasgow Rangers at onevalefan.co.uk. More

See some vintage newspaper images of the legendary Port Vale Iron Curtain side pictured in their home environments… Continue reading From the OVF archive: the 1953-54 side pictured at home… at onevalefan.co.uk. More

Port Vale fans on the OVF forum have reacted favourably to the club’s announcement of their retained list. Read a selection of views. The Valiants have offered contracts to seven players including Nathan Smith, Tom Conlon and Cristian Montano while another six have been released. You can read our report here Use the arrows below to read the different quotes Continue reading Port Vale fans react to the 2020 retained list: “spot on” at onevalefan.co.uk. More

Cick here to watch the premiere of the “as-live” ninety minutes at 7.30pm…. Continue reading Watch: Brighton vs Port Vale (1994) the full 90 mins from 7.30pm at onevalefan.co.uk. More

In marked contrast to other clubs who have released a large number of players over the summer, Port Vale have offered new contracts to seven out of contract players. Seven offered new deals The seven players to be offered new deals are: David Amoo Rhys Browne Shaun Brisley Cristian Montano Tom Conlon Mark Cullen Nathan Smith There is little surprise that Vale would like to maintain David Amoo, Cristian Montano, Tom Conlon, Mark Cullen and Nathan Smith. Continue reading Port Vale retained list: seven players offered new contracts at onevalefan.co.uk. More

Port Vale captain, Leon Legge, has shared his experiences with epilepsy, and how a footballer copes in lockdown, in a new podcast. Chatting to the epilepsycast podcast, Legge, aged 34, spoke of his personal mission to educate others about epilepsy, a condition he has had since he was 16 years old. He revealed that the fact he has epilepsy has never been a problem for any of the football clubs he has played for. Continue reading Leon Legge shares epilepsy experience in new lockdown podcast at onevalefan.co.uk. More