Irish U21 international full-back or midfielder Shane O’Connor has joined Port Vale on loan until January 3rd. The 21-year-old could make his debut for the Valiants when they face Torquay at home on Friday evening.

O’Connor, who was also interesting Northampton, says he can’t wait to get going: "I'm really looking forward to my time at Port Vale.

"I need to be playing games and when the manager said I had the opportunity to go out on loan, it was an easy decision to make."

Vale boss Micky Adams says O'Connor comes in as cover for injuries: "Shane was available, and with him having a number of Championship games under his belt, we felt he would be a useful addition to the squad.

"With our current injury situation, I was determined to bolster the squad ahead of the transfer deadline, and I am very pleased to be able to bring a player of Shane's ability."

In the summer, the Cork-born former Liverpool trainee turned down a six-month spell at Crawley, having decided against a temporary switch to Hereford United last season.

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