Former Preston North End, Bolton and Barnsley figure leaves League One job

Former Preston North End midfielder David Flitcroft has left his role as Director of Football at League One strugglers Port Vale. The 50-year-old's three-year spell at Vale Park comes to an end with the Valiants in danger of dropping out of the third tier. His position consisted of him playing a role in decisions such as managerial appointments as well as identifying players to bring to the club.

In a statement published on Thursday, it read: 'Port Vale can confirm that David Flitcroft has left his role as director of football. 'The decision has been made mutually. 'A further update will be made in due course but our collective focus now remains on retaining our League One status, as we prepare for this weekend's match against Burton Albion.' Flitcroft began his 19-year senior playing career at North End having moved from Manchester City.

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