English League One

Spireites swoop on Vale striker

Thursday 24th May 2012 10:25

Richards: Turned his back on Vale

Richards: Turned his back on Vale

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Port Vale striker Marc Richards has signed a two-year contract with Chesterfield after an impressive season in League Two last term.

The 29-year-old scored 17 goals for the Valiants last season but has now agreed to move to the b2net Stadium on a deal running until June 2014.

Chesterfield chief executive Chris Turner told the club's official website: "I am absolutely delighted that Marc Richards has decided to join the Spireites."

Richards made 202 appearances for Vale in all competitions since his arrival from Barnsley in 2007, scoring 75 goals.