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About Norman Smurthwaite
The English businessman became owner of Port Vale Football Club in November 2012. He qualified as an engineer and built a successful business career and property portfolio before retiring at the age of 50.
He was part of the investment group, led by Paul Wildes, that took Port Vale out of administration in November 2012.
Following Wildes’ departure, he took over as chairman of Port Vale in 2013. He resigned as chairman following relegation back to League Two in 2016–17 before returning to the role in 2018.
Owner looking to build Vale Park ‘apartments’
Port Vale Chairman Norman Smurthwaite has indicated that he is looking to build a block of apartments on the corner of the Vale Park stadium.
Smurthwaite “can’t keep throwing money” at Port Vale
Port Vale chairman Norman Smurthwaite has told the Sentinel newspaper that “the club has to find its own level” as he says he will stopping his personal investment.
Weekly Digest: Stick or twist?
Our weekly magazine article looks at a key September decision looming for the Valiants…
Smurthwaite blasts ’embarrassing’ police intel (and OVF agrees)
Port Vale chairman Norman Smuthwaite has attacked the Police for “dictatorial and disproportionate actions” after the club’s game against Doncaster was deemed high risk.
Vale owner unveils matchday safety changes
A statement by owner Norman Smurthwaite has revealed that the club has undertaken a raft of safety measures after the club’s use of the former Normid car park was revoked.
Rumour: Vale could make one more signing
Port Vale chairman Norman Smurthwaite has hinted for a second time that the club could still make one more signing.
Vale owner hints at another signing
Norman Smurthwaite has suggested that there could be another summer signing for the club.
Port Vale owner hints at another high-profile signing
Norman Smurthwaite tweets that his “sweets jar is being broken in the morning” as speculation of a new signing mounts.
Club revamps concourses with “Vale Deli” and pre-paid options
Port Vale have announced that they will be providing in-house catering next season along with the launch of a “Vale Deli” and the trial of a pre-paid system.
Smurthwaite: I’ll fund Inniss deal but it’s no certainty
Owner Norman Smurthwaite has told OVF readers that he will personally fund all future summer deals and that the Ryan Inniss deal is “in question.”
Port Vale owner looking to purchase adjacent land
Vale owner Norman Smurthwaite says he is interested in buying the site of the former Co-Op store next to Vale Park.
Smurthwaite: Striker signings depend on season ticket sales
Chairman Norman Smurthwaite has been interviewed by BBC Radio Stoke about the playing budget for the next season.
Smurthwaite: Port Vale missed out on Swindon striker
Port Vale chairman Norman Smurthwaite has tweeted that Port Vale missed out on the signing of former Swindon top-scorer Andy Williams.
Target Remie Streete to sign for “new club” on Monday
Port Vale target Remie Streete has announced that he will sign for a “new club” on Monday afternoon.
Owner tells OVF readers – we could break budget for Streete
Port Vale owner Norman Smurthwaite says he may personally inject money to sign defender Remie Streete but only if he “sees the support of the fans.”
Lines could leave if O’Connor stays
Chairman Norman Smurthwaite has indicated that Chris Lines could leave if Bristol Rovers make an offer and Michael O’Connor agrees a new deal with the club.
The Smurthwaite transcript which proves Paul Dickov is wrong
Norman Smurthwaite never claimed Doncaster Rovers are “after” Michael O’Connor. In fact he says that no other club has made an offer for the midfielder – words that prove Rovers manager Paul Dickov was wrong to tell the Vale chairman to keep his “mouth shut.”
Dickov wants Pope, doesn’t want O’Connor, slams Smurthwaite
Doncaster Rovers manager Paul Dickov says he is interested in signing Tom Pope but he is not interested in midfielder Michael O’Connor.
Who could Port Vale’s “second” Crystal Palace target be?
Chairman Norman Smurthwaite said that he would be in discussions with Crystal Palace about the loan signing of Ryan Inniss and another unnamed player this weekend.
Smurthwaite confident that O’Connor will stay
Chairman Norman Smurthwaite has told BBC Radio Stoke that Michael O’Connor is “happy with the package” and “no other club has made an offer” for the player of the year.
Listen: Chairman Norman Smurthwaite live on BBC Radio Stoke
Port Vale supporters can listen to Chairman Norman Smurthwaite live from 6pm on Monday Evening.
I hope Tom Pope stays, I’m not hopeful he will…
Rob Fielding feels that Tom Pope will leave but he hopes fans appreciate his contribution should he leave Vale Park.
Vale owner Smurthwaite offers to help cancer victim
Port Vale owner Norman Smurthwaite has offered to assist Coventry cancer victim Kane Orchard, who is awaiting a crucial bone marrow transplant.
Smurthwaite set for Innis talks with Palace
Vale owner Norman Smurthwaite says he is travelling to Selhurst Park at the end of May to discuss terms for a possible loan move.
Vale owner won’t “keep spending hoping there’ll be a response”
Vale owner Norman Smurthwaite says he will only provide additional funds ” if I see the appetite or opportunity.”