[92] Other club record scorelines include a 160 victory over Middlewich in a friendly in 1884 and a 120 defeat to Aston Villa in the Staffordshire Senior Cup in 1891. [44] Three days later he received a bid of 1.25 million for the club, matching his original purchase price in 2012. 21707 Vale Pass, San Antonio, TX 78255 is for sale. [35] Upon appointing Portuguese manager Bruno Ribeiro, the club's first manager from outside Britain, Smurthwaite stated that: "It has been a long, extensive process but I'm absolutely certain we have the right man for the job. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. [34] However, they then lost 30 in the play-off final to West Bromwich Albion. Norman Smurthwaite (born 8 August 1960) is an English businessman and former football club chairman. [62] The crest was removed in 1964, and replaced by a 'P.V.F.C.' [13], The club were forced to resign from the league at the end of the 190607 season and were subsequently liquidated. "We're behind the eight ball with regard to season ticket sales, which have been quite poor and that has to be a concern. [71] Outside the ground is a statue to Roy Sproson, who played 842 competitive games for the club. The name of Port Vale continued in the North Staffordshire Federation League, and this new club were successful enough to be reinstated into the Football League in 1919. You can follow them on Twitter, below: A final decision on the clubs new kit has been made, and it is unlikely current manufacturers BLK will be involved. Port Vale are a professional football club located in Stoke-on-Trent, England. [62] For the next four years the club switched to a design of a knight on a horse with the text "Port Vale" at the top. But the obstacles to have been cleared since then include gaining approval for the deal from the EFL. Among their first jobs will be to resolve the future of manager John Askey who is out of contract. [81] The OneValeFan fansite is the largest independent Port Vale website and has been running since 1996; it was originally titled There's only one Vale fan in Bristol? [82][83], The club's most famous supporter is singer Robbie Williams, who was raised in Stoke-on-Trent. To do this click on the cookie settings button below. Port Vale 2022/2023 Squad, Players, Stadium, Kits, and much more. The Rent Zestimate for this home is $2,199/mo, which has increased by $2,199/mo in the last 30 days. [31] After three seasons in the third tier, Rudge's Vale achieved another promotion in 198889 after Robbie Earle scored the winning goal at Vale Park to complete a 21 aggregate play-off final victory over Bristol Rovers; this marked the club's return to the Second Division after a 33-year absence.[32]. [24], "I will never allow the experience of another Exeter in my ownership of the football club. [84] For this investment, a restaurant at Vale Park is named after him. I am particularly proud of the work that the Hubb Foundation is doing in supporting children, young people and their families in some of our most deprived areas in the city. "There's been so much uncertainty," added Garlick. [46], With Port Vale lying bottom of the English Football League, Smurthwaite sacked Brown on 16 September and claimed that he had been against giving Brown the job on a permanent basis in the summer but left the decision to Chief Executive Colin Garlick. TikTok video from Dion \ port vale owner (@portvalebloxburg). [21] Steele quickly established himself at the club, masterminding the celebrated 'Iron Curtain' defence. [29] Helped by the goals of prolific Welshman Andy Jones, Vale were promoted back to the third tier in 198586 after losing just once at Vale Park in the league all season. Its taken three years and its been so hard to get here, but were so happy with where we are now.. [56] During this time the club was serving players unsold pies from matchdays in order to save money. But we are not going to gamble Port Vale's future and our future on going out and spending ridiculous amounts of money on a system that might not work anyway. The club had little success throughout the 1960s and 1970s, despite being briefly managed by Stanley Matthews, and were forced to apply for re-election after breaking FA rules on illegal payments in 1968. The average property tax on Vale is $1,598/yr and the average house or building was built in 1982. "The first action has been for the club to purchase Vale Park in its entirety and bring it back under the ownership of the club. [11] It was so named as it also hosted athletics. TikTok video from Dion \ port vale owner (@portvalebloxburg): "@NoahCooper702-.- @wrld..bloxburg @Crystalpalacebloxburg @Bloxburg Doge / Port Vale CM @CammyH.Bloxburg @Gordon.bloxburg". 2.2M views, 6.4K likes, 184 loves, 860 comments, 700 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Sky Sports: Have you ever seen anything like this before!! Vale were in serious danger of relegation from the English Football League when the former Macclesfield and Shrewsbury manager, son of former Vale player Colin Askey, Midlands businessman Smurthwaite, who took Vale out of administration in 2012, first, Smurthwaite's threat to put the club in administration. Shanahan, 61, is as passionate about improving the local community as she is about transforming the teams fortunes. The official story reported on the club website is that Port Vale F.C. All of the latest Port Vale stories can be found in our dedicated Vale section, but if you wish to keep updated on all things Vale around the clock were on different social media platforms, too. The freehold and the land around is now owned by the club.". Volunteers with paintbrushes are busy doing touch-up jobs, while boss John Askey takes a pre-season session on the training ground adjacent to the stadium. [37][38] Ribeiro resigned as manager of Port Vale on 26 December, hours after witnessing his side lose 10 at home to Walsall; Smurthwaite put Michael Brown in temporary charge. Crystal Palace 0-3 port vale First leg Harry Kane cup Remember - Acoustic / Sped Up (with David Guetta) - Becky Hill & Speed Radio & xxtristanxo. Beat Automotivo Tan Tan Tan Viral - WZ Beat. Mrs Shanahan travelled to Windsor Castle this morning to receive the honour from His Royal Highness Prince Charles. [92], The record for the most appearances for Port Vale is held by Roy Sproson, who played 842 matches in all competitions. Port Vale plays a role in tackling those issues, with the kitchen at the stadium used to cook thousands of meals for vulnerable families with young children. So Ive been asking how we can use clubs as a way to tackle the issue of social mobility. [67] Located close to Burslem railway station, the club took the area's name. Hopefully all the hard work thats going on off the pitch, we can replicate on it, and get the results everybody wants. Port Vale Football Club can confirm that Harry Charsley has left the club by Mutual Consent and will join League Two side, Newport County. Carol and Kevin have put their money where their mouth is. The sun is shining on Vale Park. Women at the end of the 202021 season. Zestimate Home Value: $375,000. [59] Manager Darrell Clarke returned from a close family bereavement to lead Vale through the League Two play-off semi-finals at the end of the 202122 season. [108] Freddie Steele repeated the feat during the 195354 campaign, also taking the club to the semi-finals of the FA Cup. He bought the Liberty Way stadium off Nuneaton Town in July 2018 and sold Port Vale in May 2019. Select an address below to search who owns that property on Vale and uncover many additional details. However, owner Carol Shanahan has now confirmed the club are hoping the move will instead happen in time for the start of the 2023/24 campaign. [49], He bought the Liberty Way stadium off Nuneaton Town in July 2018 after the club entered financial difficulties. When they joined the English Football League in 1892, Port Vale were playing at their fourth home ground. We have a lot of repairing, healing and growing to do in this club for the next year or so, at the same time as building what happens on the pitch.". in reference to founder Rob Fielding's location. Interview | Catch up with Port Vale co-owner and chair Carol Shanahan OBE 25 October 2022. [17] He appointed Adams's former assistant Rob Page as first team manager in October. [10] The club moved to Moorland Road in Burslem in 1884, changing its name to Burslem Port Vale in the process, though stayed in Burslem for just one year before both turning professional and moving to Cobridge to play at the Athletic Ground. Port Vale players take part in a training session. [43] However, Horton left in February 2004, unwilling to accept the financial cutbacks imposed by the new board, and was replaced by former player Martin Foyle. "If ever we had any doubt, the Notts County game showed us not to have doubts. [68] The stadium underwent numerous upgrades after Bill Bell was elected as chairman in 1987, who aimed to make it "fit for the Premiership". and took its name from the valley of canal ports where the team played. Everyone wants to do well for the club because were getting really well looked after. Smurthwaite. [41] In December 2002, Bill Bell called in the administrators, with the club around 1.5million in debt. More than 3,500 season tickets have been sold for the new campaign, with fans who had stayed away because of the clubs decline having returned. A few months ago the atmosphere was really toxic, recalled Carol. It has been a tough few years being a Vale fan - I know, I have been to all the matches myself - but It will change from today. Doors open at 7pm for the 7.30pm start. [42] Brown remained as caretaker-manager for the rest of the season, but was unable to save the club from relegation back into League Two. Youve just got to look at last year with how well England did at the World Cup. [79] Supporters also produced three unofficial fanzines. [87] Another famous fan is darts legend Phil Taylor; Burslem born, "The Power" is a 16 time world champion of the sport. After decades working in the insurance industry, Bratt turned his attention to his hometown club Port Vale, after the club were facing dark times. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. Ticket News As always you can unsubscribe at any time. [70] However the 50,000 project opened at a capacity of 40,000 (360 seated); still highly ambitious. Hubb Foundation staff worked closely with more than 50 schools across the Potteries to identify the most vulnerable families and Carol constantly assessed the level of support required to meet their needs. [56][57] The result was relegation back into League Two at the end of the 201617 season, after which Smurthwaite resigned as chairman. Port Vale owner Norman Smurthwaite has sold the League Two club to local IT firm owners Carol and Kevin Shanahan. They can have no complaints, from the breakfast and lunches that werent happening before to the way the training ground looks now. Port Vale Football Club are a professional football club based in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, England, which compete in EFL League One. His nephew, Phil Sproson, made 500 appearances in all competitions. "But there's a lot of relief. The Shanahans, owners of Burslem IT firm Synectics Solutions, bought the club from Norman Smurthwaite in a deal that was signed on Tuesday morning. He went on to invest in dozens of properties and retired at the age of 50. It is fantastic to see Carols achievements recognised with an OBE., Stoke-on-Trent City Council Leader Abi Brown paid tribute to Carol, saying: Im so pleased for Carol. A day later and Burslem-based business couple Carol and Kevin Shanahan had taken over. Carol and Kevin Shanahan take over a club that has just finished fifth from bottom of the Football League after a third successive season spent in a relegation battle. [46][47] Adams left the club in December 2010 with Vale second in the table and Jim Gannon was selected to finish the promotion job. If your football club is doing well and you have that feelgood factor, its like an epicentre. Social mobility is a problem, with Stoke having been identified by the Government as one of 12 areas in the country in need of significant investment. [39] He also installed Colin Garlick as the club's CEO, and in January stated that "I'm only really involved now when it comes to prising open the sweetie jar for the money". [27], Following McGrath's dismissal, his assistant John Rudge was appointed as manager in December 1983. "Speaking as a fan, it's been far more entertaining. [92] The most capped player is Chris Birchall, who earned 27 caps for Trinidad and Tobago while at the club. [75] One study in 2019 ranked the Port Vale-Stoke City rivalry as the joint-28th biggest rivalry in English professional football, with the Port Vale-Crewe Alexandra game being the 14th biggest rivalry. [45] Sinnott was sacked in September 2008 and following an unsuccessful tenure from Dean Glover, Micky Adams was appointed as the club's new manager in June 2009. [31] He also admitted that he had been planning on buying Torquay United before being told by the Football League that he would not be allowed to own two clubs. [61], Around November 1920, club chairman Frank Huntbach came up with the nickname of "the Valiants". [96] The first Vale player to score in an international match was Sammy Morgan, who scored for Northern Ireland against Spain on 16 February 1972. Port Vale owner's son shaves head in promotion celebrations! [45] A rival consortium also offered the same figure, but Smurthwaite rejected both offers. John McGrath steered the club to promotion in 198283, though he departed after relegation became inevitable the following season. It's a new era for the club. [14][15] Smurthwaite invested 500,000 into the playing budget in order to help Micky Adams strengthen the squad. Ron Suart has served as both caretaker and interim manager. People feel that the club does have a future. CROWD DOCTOR: Dr Ben Arnold, Dr Anil Kumar Sonnathi, FOOTBALL OPERATIONS MANAGER Billy McClure, HEAD OF ACADEMY COACH & PLAYER DEVELOPMENT Josh Brehaut, HEAD OF GROWTH, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT (HEAD OF ACADEMY EDUCATION) Ben Sproston, HEAD OF ACADEMY RECRUITMENT Kevin Scott, LEAD PHYSIOTHERAPIST Christos Christofides, DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING OFFICER Rich Talbot, ACADEMY COACH AND PDP ANALYST Stephen Leyland, EDUCATION TUTORS Rob Hare and Matt Meredith, ACADEMY TRANSPORT Steve Maskrey and Ash Harvey, DEPUTY SAFETY & COVID 19 OFFICER: Jon Bloore, STAFFORDSHIRE POLICE DEDICATED FOOTBALL OFFICER: PC Nicky Burton, DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING OFFICER: Rich Talbot, SECURITY & DISABILITY LIAISION OFFICER: Luke Cassidy, EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION OFFICER: Kay Speedman, COMMERCIAL SALES EXECUTIVE: Oliver Bailey, RETAIL ASSISTANTS: Sue Hammond, Steve Turner and Jack Podmore, HEAD OF MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS: Ashley Houghton, CLUB PHOTOGRAPHERS: Gerard Austin, Tom Green, HEAD OF OPERATIONS & ESTATES: Hayley Lowe, GROUNDS STAFF: Mark Forster, Gareth Walker, HEAD OF GROWTH, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT:Ben Sproston, HOSPITALITY ASSISTANTS: Kay Ross, Kirsty Lawton, Michelle Lawton, Zoe Hannon, STADIUM MAINTENANCE: Will Kinson, Rich Leighton, CHEFS: Scott Jones, Alex Zucchettei, Martin Waghorn, Mark Williamson, Emma Holden, CATERING STAFF:Nicola Fox, Gemma Edwards, Lorraine Thompson, Daniela Nema, Chris Pitchford, HOUSEKEEPING STAFF: Supervisor Julie Vyse, Tracy Weaver, Kelly Hughes, Debbie Wright, Steve Hannon, CONCOURSE CATERING SUPERVISOR: Debbie Wheeler, HEAD OF BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: Will Turner, HEAD OF EDUCATION AND EMPLOYABILITY: Nicola Stanway, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COORINDATOR: Sarah Minshall, FOOTBALL & EDUCATION COORDINATOR: Tom Farr, PROJECT LEADS: Matt Hill, Sadie Haynes, James Bourne, Martyn Cooke. I feel hugely uplifted. Port Vale FC latest news - Stoke Sentinel frontpage Sport Football Port Vale Port Vale FC is a professional football club playing in League One of the Football League based in Stoke-on-Trent.. [33] Some of the club's biggest name players rejected new contract offers and left Port Vale after Northampton Town paid compensation to Port Vale to sign Page as manager in May 2016; Smurthwaite claimed that he purposely set a low wage budget so as to drive Page and the players out of the club, thereby leaving room in the 201617 budget for a new manager to sign his own players. Speaking in advance of the deal, Supporters' Club chairman Mark Porter said: "I think the fans should come back in their thousands. They began at the Meadows in Limekiln Lane, Longport, now Scott Lidgett Road,[67] and then moved on to Westport Meadows in 1881, where they played for three years. Residents spotted that the markings on the new Etruria Valley link road were incorrect. 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Port Vale LIVE! He and his then business partner Paul Wildes bought Vale and the ground from the administrators for 1.25m in November 2012. "We knew we had to come in and almost come and liberate the club. It has been a humbling experience. The Old Recreation Ground was Vale's home from 1913 to 1950, and was located in Hanley, standing on what is now the multi-storey car park for the Potteries Shopping Centre. "We really could do with those supporters coming back so we can make the club, not just part of the community, but on an even keel again and really pushing towards the top half of the league. That ain't going to happen at Port Vale, because if it does, Plan B will be around the corner." [64][65] Two months later he was reported to have launched an unsuccessful bid to purchase crisis-hit club Bury. Carol and Kevin Shanahan have bought Port Vale from Norman Smurthwaite, Sign up NOW for your daily Port Vale newsletter straight to your inbox. [30] A major cup upset came on 30 January 1988, when Vale defeated First Division side Tottenham Hotspur 21, thanks to a superb strike from Ray Walker. On hearing that families could not afford personal hygiene and cleaning products, Carol made sure they received supplies with their next food delivery. During the pandemic lockdown Carol oversaw the transformation of Port Vale FC into a thriving community hub which has been assisting thousands of families across Stoke-on-Trent for more than six months. The history of Port Vale begins in 1876. Carol and Kevin Shanahan are excited, proud and humbled to have become the new owners of Port Vale. [65], A table of kit suppliers and shirt sponsors appear below:[66]. DIRECTORS: Kate Beardmore, Dave Flitcroft, Colin Garlick, Claire Halket, Marian Humphreys, Ian Lewis, Rob Moorhouse, Carol Shanahan OBE, Kevin Shanahan. [74], Port Vale also maintain a fiery rivalry with Crewe Alexandra, which has taken on greater significance since Stoke were promoted to a higher league than Vale at the end of the 200102 season. He qualified as an engineer and built a successful business career and property portfolio before retiring at the age of 50. They failed to build on this success however, although they went on to finish as champions of the first Fourth Division season under Norman Low's stewardship in 195859. "But the first action we took was to buy Vale Park too. The big thing is not to over-promise. [7] After playing at the Athletic Ground in Cobridge and The Old Recreation Ground in Hanley, the club returned to Burslem when Vale Park was opened in 1950. [53] The club finally exited administration on 20 November 2012,[54] and Tom Pope scored 33 goals to fire Vale to promotion back to League One with a third-place finish. [40] There was no avoiding relegation in 19992000, though, as they were some thirteen points short of safety. The work Carol and her teams at Port Vale FC, Port Vale Foundation Trust, Synectics Solutions, Summit Hospitality and The Hubb Foundation have done during the pandemic is phenomenal and to see Carol honoured in this way is fantastic.. ", "The manager's a key appointment," chief executive Colin Garlick told BBC Radio Stoke. "They've gone out on a limb to secure the ownership of the club. The deal isn't signed as negotiations are still taking place, but he would like to stay. The team plays in League Two, the fourth tier of English football. 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[67] In 1884, the club moved to the Burslem Football and Athletic ground, where they would stay for just two years. Alternatively, please email ifollow@efl.com - note that live chat is recommended for the quickest response on a matchday. [53] On 31 January 2019, Smurthwaite blamed "logistical challenges" for the deal to bring back former top-scorer Marc Richards breaking down; the club instead signed four youngsters despite having no manager. [94] Kirkham's tally of 41 goals in the 192627 season is also a club record. Together this team oversaw the delivery of more than 350,000 meals to homes across the Stoke-on-Trent and Port Vale was named the EFLs Community Club of the Year as a result of its pioneering work during the pandemic and lockdowns. "We're not going to gamble our future by spending ridiculous amounts," Carol Shanahan told BBC Radio Stoke. They entered exclusive talks to buy the club from Smurthwaite at the start of April - and become the new owners not just of the football club, but also Vale Park. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. single-family home with a list price of $599000. [80] Derek I'm Gutted! I want to be here and hopefully in the next few days I will know one way or the other.". FOUNDATION LEAD COACHES: Jake Mountford, CJ Rowley, Stephen Leyland, Lewis Beeston, Zakh Poots, FOUNDATION ASSISTANT COACHES: Carl Holdcroft, Jake Smith, Holly Edwards, Ian Gardiner, Lewis Shaw, Joshua Jones, Aaron Louisa, FOUNDATION APPRENTICESHIPS / COACHES: Jay Cooper, Alfie Goodwin, Adam Khan, Miles Brain, Tafari Davies, FOUNDATION DEGREE STUDENTS / COACHES: Aiden Nixon, Owen Bates, Conrad Wilcox, Harry Deaville, Josh Halket, Ethan Walker, PVFC GIRLS AND WOMENs COACHES: Holly Edwards, Amelia Whitehouse, Rob Goodwin, Steve Hansbury, Bev Clarke, Ethan Armstrong, Zakh Poots, Ethan Walker, Jake Mountford, Wayne Cowley, Scott Gidman, Stacey Boreham, Daniel Johnson, Dean Wilson Cunningham, Jack Day. Vale sold just over 3,000 season tickets in total for this past season. He took over as chairman of Port Vale in 2013, having been a key figure in the boardroom as the club secured promotion out of League Two in 201213. On Monday, the Valiants still faced the threat of administration as owner Norman Smurthwaite prepared to bail out. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. [66] He enquired for a move for Wigan Athletic, a club in administration, in September 2020, but pulled out after judging it to be too big of a risk and seeing a negative reaction from fans. Information about your device and internet connection, like your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Yahoo websites and apps. Port Vale Ladies was formed in 2017 and won the Staffordshire County League in their maiden season, before they entered the West Midlands Regional Women's League at the start of the 201819 season. Port Vale's new owners, Carol and Kevin Shanahan, have made clear they were impressed with the job Askey has done since he was appointed on February 4. Last year we provided 6,000 meals during the summer holidays, this year were doing 9,000. OWNERS: Carol Shanahan OBE, Kevin Shanahan. [28] Though he was unable to halt Vale's immediate return to the bottom tier of the Football League, he succeeded in steadying the ship. [76] Vale also maintain rivalries with Shrewsbury Town and Walsall, as well as less significant rivalries with Burton Albion, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Macclesfield Town. Since Carol and Kevin came in, its given everybody a lift, not just here but the whole area. View 37 photos of this 3 bed, 3 bath, 2869 sqft. Since then, the Shanahans have made several bids to buy both the club and their Vale Park ground - which was owned by Smurthwaite through a separate company. And they have now set their sights on changing the fortunes of a club that has been involved in relegation battles to stay in the Football League in each of the last two seasons, having been relegated from League One three years ago. Match ticket and travel information for the Vale's trip to Cheltenham Town on Saturday 28 January (3pm kick-off). [113], For a more detailed look at the club's history, see, For a statistical breakdown by season, see, The kit used in Vale's first League season (1892), According to Port Vale's official website and badge the club were formed in 1876. "He's done a great job," said Carol Shanahan. The Port Vale owner's son Patrick Shanahan has his very long locks shaved off by the club's players as they celebrate their League Two play-off final win against Mansfield. [93] Sproson also holds the record for the most league appearances for the club, with 760. The self-made multi-millionaire Cov Kid - owner and chairman of League One rivals Port Vale - says he values the club at no more than 6million and is confident that potential buyers are out . As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Its a good environment. "There are three lots of people - the ones that have kept coming, the ones who haven't and can now come home, and the ones who don't yet realise they are Vale fans. John Askey believes everything is in place for Vale to thrive and avoid another relegation battle. [68] The club received 13,500 for the ground, which they needed to pay off a 3,000 debt. They will do when they can see what is happening at Vale Park and they want to come and be a part of it.. [58] He went on to name John Askey as the club's new manager on 4 February. Everyone is smiling and the mood is upbeat. We, Yahoo, are part of the Yahoo family of brands. [89] The children's illustrator and author Bob Wilson, is also a fan. The below matchday information guide is for supporters attending Monday's match at Vales first home match of 2023 takes place on Monday night, and it will be a tough one as Darren Ferguson brings his Peterborough United side to Vale Park. Carol Shanahan, 63, received the honour from the Prince of Wales on . Carol galvanised volunteers, local businesses and staff from Port Vale FC, and sister companies Synectics Solutions, Summit Hospitality, as well as the Port Vale Foundation and Hubb Foundation charities. The oldest are The Memoirs of Seth Bottomley printed in the 1990s and the Vale Park Beano, which has been printed since 1997. Stoke City also enjoy a higher support base in the city as a whole, especially in recent times when they have achieved promotion to the country's top division. [67] An area prone to flooding, today Westport Lake now lies where the ground once stood. IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Ahead of Tuesday night's League One clash with Ipswich Town, we caught with Port Vale co-owner and chair Carol Shanahan OBE to discuss our start to the season, the influence of the Port Vale Academy,. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. The new club subsequently moved into their new home of the Old Recreation Ground in Hanley in 1912, and returned to the Football League in October 1919, taking over the fixture list of Leeds City in the Second Division, who were forced to disband because of financial irregularities. Their deal to buy the club from Smurthwaite was agreed in principle in order for the two parties to enter confidential and exclusive talks in April. [1] However, documented evidence of football from that era is extremely scarce and research by historian Jeff Kent indicated that it was probably formed in 1879 as an offshoot of Porthill Victoria F.C. Bill Bratt William Amos Bratt MBE (born 1945) is an English insurance broker and former football club chairman who was the chair of Port Vale from 2003 to 2011. What a week it has been for Port Vale Football Club. STRENGTH & CONDITIONING HEAD COACH: Daryl Taylor, STRENGTH & CONDITIONING ASSISTANT COACH: Aaron Watkins, ASSISTANT FIRST TEAM ANALYST:Callum Brown. [59] On 1 March, Synectics Solutions owners Carol and Kevin Shanahan revealed that Smurthwaite had rejected their improved offer of 3.5 million for the club. And if you can get the environment right, good things usually happen., Get the FREE Mirror Football newsletter with the day's key headlines and transfer news straight into your inbox. Port Vale currently play in England's fourth tier, the English Football League Two. [98] The youngest player to play for the club is Nelson Agho, who was aged 15 years and 262 days on his debut against Walsall in the EFL Trophy on 13 November 2018. It contains 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. 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