Port Vale has appointed former manager Martin Foyle as its new chief scout. Foyle returns to the club after previously working as head of recruitment at Carlisle United. He will reunite with Port Vale boss Jon Brady, with whom he worked at Northampton Town.

What does this mean for Port Vale?

The move is expected to improve the club's recruitment process, which has been a key area of focus for the team. Port Vale currently sits 22nd in League One, with 42 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LWLLD.

Background on Foyle

Foyle had a successful playing career at Port Vale, scoring 107 goals in 356 appearances between 1991 and 2000. He was inducted into the club's Hall of Fame this month. After retiring from playing, Foyle went on to manage the club between 2004 and 2007.

Recent performance

The club's recent form has been a concern, with a 0-2 loss to Lincoln on May 2, 2026. The team has lost its last two games, and is 61 points behind leaders Lincoln. | Category | Stat | | --- | --- | | League standing | 22nd | | Points | 42 | | Recent form | LWLLD |

What comes next?

Foyle's appointment is expected to bring a new perspective to the club's recruitment process. With his experience and knowledge of the game, he will look to identify top talent to help Port Vale improve its standing in the league. The club will be looking to bounce back from its recent losses and make a push up the table in the coming games.