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Jamie Vardy to Leave Cremonese After Contract Expires

Former Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy will depart Italian club Cremonese when his contract ends this summer. The 39-year-old made 29 appearances and recorded seven goals and three assists during the season.

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Former Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy will leave Cremonese when his contract expires this summer. The 39-year-old forward scored seven goals and provided three assists in 29 appearances for the club. Cremonese was relegated from Serie A despite Vardy's contributions.

Vardy joined the Italian side on a one-year contract that included an option for an additional year if the team avoided relegation.

Reports indicate Vardy remains interested in continuing his career at a high level, including a possible return to the Premier League. Dutch club Feyenoord is among the teams that have expressed interest in signing him this summer.

Vardy scored 200 goals in 500 matches for Leicester City.

He was part of the squad that won the Premier League title and the FA Cup. He also scored seven goals in 26 appearances for England and participated in Euro 2016 and the 2018 World Cup.

Key Facts

Jamie Vardy departure
Leaves Cremonese after contract expires this summer
Season stats
Seven goals and three assists in 29 appearances
Club outcome
Cremonese relegated from Serie A

Story Timeline

2 events
  1. Today

    Jamie Vardy announced he will leave Cremonese after his contract expires.

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  2. 2025 season

    Vardy scored seven goals and three assists in 29 appearances for Cremonese.

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Potential Impact

  1. 01

    Vardy may sign with another club before the next transfer window closes.

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PublishedMay 26, 2026, 8:52 PM
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