He has worked as a kit man for a string of lower league clubs and joined Port Vale two years ago. The part-time writer also works as a private ­security guard.

The club's chief executive Matt Hancock said it was "fantastic" to showcase its history to both Port Vale supporters and ... exhibition was how the team's kit had changed over the years.

League Two side Port Vale sign teenage striker Jemiah Umolu on loan for the rest of the season from Premier League club ...