Jamie Vardy leaving Leicester City?
Jamie Vardy is considering a move overseas to the Middle East, specifically the Saudi Pro League, as he faces a big decision between retiring or continuing his career after his contract with Leicester City ends in eight months. The Saudi Pro League is known for being a lucrative option for players looking to wind down their careers.
Jamie Vardy is considering whether to retire from English football or continue his career in the Saudi or Qatari leagues. Several teams have shown interest in the English striker and are offering exorbitant figures for his transfer.
In June 2023, Jamie Vardy had rejected an offer to play for Al-Khaleej FC, along with interest from other clubs. A year later, he signed a one-year contract extension with Leicester City, newly promoted to the Premier League, but at the end of this season, he will be a free agent. Previously, a move to Saudi Arabia was not deemed suitable for him and his family.
Jamie Vardy's visit to Bahrain and Saudi Arabia with his wife during a mid-season break has sparked rumors of a potential transfer to a Saudi club. The proximity of their hotel to Al-Ettifaq FC, coached by Steven Gerrard, has fueled speculation. Previously, Vardy rejected an offer from Al-Khaleej FC and extended his contract with Leicester City, but he will be a free agent at the end of the season. The trip suggests a possible change in his stance towards a move to Saudi Arabia.
Jamie Vardy, who is expected to depart Leicester next summer, has attracted interest from Saudi clubs. It was reported that he and his wife recently traveled to Bahrain, a nation near Saudi Arabia, to assess the living conditions. Vardy had declined a move to Saudi Arabia in the previous year. Nonetheless, Saudi dealmakers are still engaging with intermediaries to negotiate an offer for Vardy. Among the clubs reportedly pursuing him is Al-Qadsiah.
Jamie Vardy is in demand from Saudi clubs, including Al-Qadsiah FC. Despite rejecting a move to Saudi last summer, Saudi dealmakers are speaking with intermediaries working on Vardy’s behalf to try and negotiate an offer that could net him £4 million a year.
Jamie Vardy is in demand from Saudi clubs, including Al-Shabab FC. Despite rejecting a move to Saudi last summer, Saudi dealmakers are speaking with intermediaries working on Vardy’s behalf to try and negotiate an offer that could net him £4 million a year.
Jamie Vardy, expected to depart from Leicester next summer, has attracted interest from Saudi Arabian clubs. Last summer, Vardy declined an opportunity to move to Saudi Arabia, as he still had a year remaining on his contract. Among the clubs that expressed interest was Khaleej FC, which made a bid for Vardy. However, he turned down the offer, citing concerns that the move would not be suitable for his family. Nevertheless, reports emerged that Saudi dealmakers were in discussions with intermediaries representing Vardy to negotiate a potential offer.
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