Vardy joins Burnley on season-long contract

Former Leicester City and England striker Jamie Vardy has signed a season‑long agreement with Burnley. The 39‑year‑old, who holds Leicester’s record as the club’s top Premier League scorer with 145 goals, left Cremonese after a stint that began in 2025. Vardy departed the Italian side during the summer and now joins the winless Clarets, who sit at the bottom of the Championship. He said, “This nine has a due footballing past and passionate fans who merit a squad that represents them and their town,” Vardy told the nine website. , external