We can confirm that midfielder Rico Richards has joined Sky Bet League Two side Walsall on loan for the 2025/26 campaign.
Rico has made 34 appearances across all competitions for the Valiants and joined us permanently from Aston Villa at the start of this season's transfer window.
Talking about Rico's loan move, the Gaffer, Darren Moore said: "This is a really good opportunity for Rico to develop himself during the loan spell at Walsall. He will be joining a strong team that narrowly missed out on promotion and will be wanting to continue making strides in League Two.
"He will benefit from regular game time and will come back to Vale Park in a better position to stamp his mark on regular first-team football at the club."
We wish Rico the best of luck for the 2025/26 season and look forward to welcoming him back to Vale Park.
