Adams signing could take a fortnight
Chairman Norman Smurthwaite has told the Sentinel that “I really believe Micky is going to sign” but it could be another FORTNIGHT before the contract is formally agreed.
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The former player and experienced Football League manager had two spells with Port Vale FC. He was first appointed manager in 2009 before leaving to join Sheffield United in 2010.
He returned as manager in 2011 and despite the club’s financial troubles, he led the club to promotion to League One in 2013. In September 2014 he resigned following a run of six straight defeats. He subsequently joined Tranmere Rovers.
He was in charge of 247 Port Vale matches with a win ratio of over 40%.
Chairman Norman Smurthwaite has told the Sentinel that “I really believe Micky is going to sign” but it could be another FORTNIGHT before the contract is formally agreed.
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Manager Micky Adams has paid tribute to Port Vale’s “fantastic” supporters and says if Friday was his last game at Vale Park then he leaves as a “proud man.”
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