Vale land Boro kid

Thompson moves to Vale Park from Riverside

Last updated: 14th May 2008

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Port Vale have signed young striker Steve Thompson from Middlesbrough as they continue their preparations for next season.

The 19-year-old forward joins Lee Sinnott's side after impressing in two appearances as a trialist for the reserves.

Sinnott said: "We observed him in the two games he played for us and liked what we saw. He has come from a good club and has got a good grounding there.

"I think he showed in the two reserve games what he's about. He is a hard working player and has an eye for goal. He will cause people problems, he has that type of mentality."

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Thompson is also prepared for the challenge ahead at Vale Park and is hoping to prove Sinnott was right to sign him.

He said: "I would like to thank Port Vale for bringing me here and giving me a chance. Hopefully I can repay them by scoring a few goals and help take the club back to where they belong."