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Ex-Walsall midfielder 'grateful' for Mat Sadler's support since 2023 exit

Former Walsall midfielder Sam Perry has expressed his gratitude towards Mat Sadler for the support he showed him following his summer exit in 2023.

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The 23-year-old, who now plays for Alvechurch in the seventh-tier of English football, scored twice in 36 appearances for the Saddlers. 

Perry played alongside Walsall boss Mat Sadler and also worked under him both in the academy and first team. 

Sadler had just been appointed when Perry was released by the club during his first summer at the helm. 

But Walsall-born midfielder Perry has revealed how Sadler helped him get back on his feet after his four-year stay came to an end. 

'It was difficult for both of us'

Former Walsall midfielder Sam Perry celebrates his goal against local rivals Port Vale in 2022.
Former Walsall midfielder Sam Perry celebrates his goal against local rivals Port Vale in 2022.