Adam Yates is a product of the successful Crewe Alexandra academy

Port Vale defender Adam Yates wants to extend his stay at the club beyond his two-year contract.

The 27-year-old's current deal expires next summer but he would like to commit his long-term future to Micky Adams' promotion-chasing side.

Yates told BBC Radio Stoke: "Hopefully I can convince the manager I'm worth another contract. It's a fantastic club and I'm happy playing here."

Vale signed Yates on a free transfer from Morecambe in 2009.

The Valiants, currently second in League Two, set a new club record in September by recording four consecutive away wins at the start of a season.

Yates added: "I think we are a strong and solid unit, when we are playing away from home other teams have a go at us and that gives us space to counter-attack. We're playing with freedom and confidence."

Accrington Stanley are the visitors to Vale Park on Saturday.

A victory for Vale could see them top the league.

"We need to start the game quickly and set the tempo, we want to make sure they know they are in a game," added Yates.

"Points are vital for us at home because that is what will dictate our season."

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