After thirteen years at Leicester City, 38-year-old Jamie Vardy has called time on his remarkable spell at the club. In what was his final appearance for the Foxes, Vardy scored his 200th goal for them, marking his 500th appearance as a Leicester player. During his time at the club, he’s helped the team win the Premier League title and the FA Cup.
When Vardy’s contract expires in the coming weeks, with Leicester relegated to the Championship, he’s expected to have a raft of clubs seeking his signature. But will he secure a move that allows him to remain at the top level?
The Wrexham Project
The project at Wrexham is one of the most talked about in football, and now they’re in the Championship and ready to spend big to keep their progress going. However, they may not be the ideal fit for Vardy, who is thought to want to remain in the Premier League.
That being said, according to the latest football transfer odds, Vardy’s most likely destination is Wrexham. He’s 2/1 to sign for them before September 3. Could they tempt the striker with a financial package too good to refuse?
A Fresh Challenge Abroad
While Jamie Vardy has never expressed a desire to play abroad, he’s 3/1 to sign with any MLS or Italian club. While the latter feels less likely, a chance for Vardy and his family to escape the UK and enjoy a whole new lifestyle in the US could appeal, especially as he’s likely to continue his goalscoring exploits in the MLS.
While Scotland is only north of the border, Vardy is 5/1 to sign for any Scottish club after leaving Leicester City. He’s already been linked with a move to Rangers, but it’s worth remembering that Vardy played under Brendan Rodgers for the Foxes.
A Return to Yorkshire
Vardy was born in Sheffield and is a proud Yorkshireman. After being released by Sheffield Wednesday as a youngster, he made his way in the game, but the Owls remain the team he supports. After a suggestion previously that he could one day play for Wednesday, he’s 5/1 to sign for them as a free agent this summer.
Another option for Vardy in Yorkshire is Leeds United. They’ve just been promoted back to the Premier League and will be eyeing up experienced players who can help them fend off a relegation scrap. Vardy is the type of player they could target, with the odds of that happening 8/1.
An Option Off the Bench
Regardless of his age, Vardy remains a player who can contribute at the top level, as Premier League betting online continues to suggest. While he’s likely to want to play as often as possible, he’ll no doubt have top-flight teams open to the idea of signing him as an option off the bench, with Wolves (12/1) and newly promoted Burnley (20/1), fitting the bill.
