Daniel turns down new Stags deal to join Port Vale

The versatile 26-year-old was one of six Stags players to have been offered a new deal by boss Paul Cox.

But, subject to a medical, he has instead agreed a two-year deal with Micky Adams’ side from 1st July.

With James Jennings already released at the end of the season, it leaves Stags boss Cox in need of a couple of genuine left-sided players.

Daniel started his career at home town club Eastwood Town before moving to Crewe Alexandra, where he made 14 appearances.

During his time at Crewe he also as went on loan to a number of clubs, including Halifax Town and Macclesfield Town, where he ended up signing full-time and becoming an integral part of their squad before joining the Stags in August 2012.

Daniel then helped Mansfield get back into the Football League in 2012/13 and in total he made 75 appearances, scoring eight times, including the winner in the final game of the season at Bristol Rovers last month.

Daniel told Port Vale’s official web site www.port-vale.co.uk: “I had a few clubs showing their interest, but as soon as Micky called me I couldn’t say no because Port Vale are obviously a big club and I’ve heard a lot of good things about the club.”

Vale boss Adams said: “We’re delighted to have him on board, lots of clubs were interested in him.

“We’ve highlighted him and tracked him all season, and we’re sure he’ll be a great asset for us.”