Port Vale have appointed Martin Foyle as their new head of recruitment. Foyle, a legendary striker who made nearly 300 appearances for the Valiants, joins from Carlisle United.

What happened?

Foyle's move to Port Vale comes after a year at Brunton Park, where he was the head of recruitment. He replaces Greg Abbott in the senior recruitment position.

Why it matters for Port Vale

The appointment of Foyle is a significant boost to Port Vale's football department, especially after their relegation from League One last season. The team currently stands at 22nd in League One, with 42 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LWLLD.

What comes next?

Foyle will work alongside current Vale boss Jon Brady, whom he worked with at Northampton Town. He said: "It feels fantastic to be back. This club has always meant a great deal to me and I'm excited to get started." | Category | Stat | | --- | --- | | League standing | 22nd in League One | | Points | 42 | | Recent form | LWLLD | | Goals scored | 36 | | Goals conceded | 61 | Chief executive Matt Hancock said: "Martin's reputation speaks for itself. He understands exactly what this football club is about and what it takes to succeed here." As of the end of the 2025-2026 season, Port Vale's last result was a 0-2 loss to Lincoln on 2026-05-02. With Foyle's appointment, the team hopes to rebuild and strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.