Watch: Aspin says Forrester and Whitfield need consistency
Port Vale manager Neil Aspin has praised duo Anton Forrester and Ben Whitfield but says they both need consistency to nail down a starting place.
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About Neil Aspin
“Aspo” is a Port Vale FC playing legend after being signed from Leeds United by manager John Rudge in 1989. The long-serving defender played over 300 games and was named as player of the year on two separate occasions. He was also captain on numerous occasions. He was part of the side’s Autoglass Trophy final winning side in addition to several cup giantkillings under Rudge.
After beginning his managerial career in non-league with spells at Harrogate, Halifax and Gateshead, he returned to the club as first-team manager in 2017.
Watch: Aspin has praise for Lainton and Raglan
Manager Neil Aspin has praised goalkeeper Rob Lainton and defender Charlie Raglan after the home draw with Morecambe.
Watch: Aspin says there is more competition after deadline day deals
Port Vale manager Neil Aspin says “I had earmarked bringing in two, but then the chance came to get a third” after he strengthened Vale’s defence before the transfer window shut.
Opinion: Struggling Vale cannot afford another deadline disaster
Rob Fielding says that a second successive appalling transfer window could send the club spiralling into danger.
Aspin: Anderson recall came out of the blue, it will be difficult to replace him
A clearly disappointed Port Vale manager Neil Aspin says it will be a difficult task to replace loanee Tom Anderson.
Watch: Aspin says Vale have to defend better
Manager Neil Aspin has told the media that the side “have to defend better” after the 2-2 draw with Colchester United.
Neil Aspin says Anton Forrester needs to earn first-team place
Manager Neil Aspin says forward needs to show “desire” and “consistency” if he is to earn a place in the starting eleven.
Watch: Possibility of changes for next game says Neil Aspin
Manager Neil Aspin says that there “has to be the possibility of some changes” for the game against Colchester.
Neil Aspin still looking for January transfer targets
Port Vale manager Neil Aspin says he would like to bring another player in if the right type becomes available.
Aspin is taking Vale in right direction but he is no miracle worker
OVF editor Rob Fielding says some fans have unrealistic expectations of the Port Vale manager.
Aspin warns of being drawn into relegation fight
Port Vale manager Neil Aspin says the side are still in a battle against relegation after the 3-2 loss to Accrington.
Watch: Neil Aspin has no excuses after Accrington loss
Port Vale manager Neil Aspin says that the performance against Accrington was not good enough.
Watch: Aspin targets more experienced players next
Manager Neil Aspin says he will be looking to add more experienced players in the next transfer window.
Rumour: Reports says Port Vale will sign non-league midfielder
Reports in the North East media say that Port Vale have agreed terms for Gateshead midfielder Luke Hannant.
Neil Aspin targets two new signings
Port Vale manager Neil Aspin says he wants to bring in two new signings before the end of the January transfer window.
Neil Aspin says Dan Turner needs more game time as loan spell looms
Young Vale striker Dan Turner is set to depart on loan to a non-league side in order to gain more experience.
Neil Aspin hands Chris Regis a chance to impress for Vale reserves
Manager Neil Aspin has said that midfielder Chris Regis, subject of heavy criticism over his attitude at the weekend, will play for Port Vale reserves this week.
Vale 1-1 Yeovil reaction: Aspin and fans both think it was a terrible performance
Fans agree with the manager that this was an awful performance at home…
Watch: Aspin says Vale didn’t deserve a point but he’s grateful for it
Manager Neil Aspin says Port Vale’s performance against Yeovil on Saturday was “terrible”
Neil Aspin doesn’t hold back in criticism of Chris Regis
Manager Neil Aspin has strongly criticised the attitude of recent signing Chris Regis.
Aspin admits interest in non-league midfielder but January move is unlikely
Port Vale manager Neil Aspin has said he admires Gateshead midfielder Luke Hannant but says a January move would be unlikely.
Watch: Neil Aspin confident about Donovan Wilson ability
Manager Neil Aspin has spoken to the press about loan addition Donovan Wilson.
Neil Aspin opts against deals for two Port Vale trialists
Manager Neil Aspin has confirmed he will not be offering contracts to two trialists from the North East.
FGR 1-0 Vale reaction: Aspin apologises as fans lament poor Vale showing
Fans agree that this was one of the team’s poorest performances under Neil Aspin as the Vale boss issues a public apology…
Aspin thrilled to beat competitors to Whitfield deal
Port Vale manager Neil Aspin says other clubs were interested in signing loanee Ben Whitfield.
Watch: Aspin says former non-league duo could be in squad
Port Vale manager Neil Aspin says that his two signings from non-league will be in consideration for the game against Forest Green.