Veteran striker Jamie Vardy has joined Burnley after spending time in Italy with Cremonese. The 39-year-old was a free agent after his contract ended with the Italian club at the close of last season. Vardy previously won the Premier League title with Leicester City in 2016. Burnley confirmed that Vardy has signed a contract through the end of the current season. Vardy scored seven goals in 29 Serie A appearances for Cremonese last season.
Burnley head coach Nicky Hayen expressed confidence in Vardy’s ability to help the squad this season, according to The Associated Press. Hayen said that Vardy’s experience and leadership would be important assets for the team, according to a report from Newsday. Hayen said Burnley believes the veteran striker can make a significant impact on the club’s campaign.
The club has been relegated from England’s top flight after last season. Vardy made a statement about his new role and the importance of representing the club and its fans. He said that Burnley has a “proper footballing history” and passionate supporters who deserve a team that represents them and their town. Vardy added that he could not wait to get on the pitch and help move Burnley in the right direction.
This move marks another step in Vardy’s career after his time in the Italian league. His arrival gives Burnley an experienced striker who scored seven goals in 29 Serie A appearances for Cremonese last season.
Vardy spent 13 years at Leicester City and ended his time with the club by scoring his 200th goal on his 500th appearance. In addition to the 2016 Premier League championship, he helped Leicester win the FA Cup in 2021 and previously won the Premier League Golden Boot.
Burnley are currently at the bottom of the Championship with two points from their first five matches after a 1-2 home defeat to Bristol City. The club will look to recover from a poor start to the Championship season. Vardy’s signing is a sign of confidence in his ability to contribute at this level.
IMAGE: Pre-Season 2013 vs Leamington Spa. Photo: Whassuo / Wikimedia, taken 2013-07-12, CC BY-SA 4.0
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