Veteran striker Jamie Vardy joins Burnley

By: The Associated Press Posted: 9:04 AM CDT Sunday, Sep. 6, 2026

BURNLEY, England (AP) — Former England international Jamie Vardy has joined Burnley on a season-long deal.

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BURNLEY, England (AP) — Former England international Jamie Vardy has joined Burnley on a season-long deal.

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BURNLEY, England (AP) — Former England international Jamie Vardy has joined Burnley on a season-long deal.

The 39-year-old striker, who won the Premier League with Leicester in 2016, was a free agent after leaving Italian club Cremonese at the end of last season.

“His experience and leadership will be invaluable to our squad, and we believe he can make a significant impact on our campaign,” Burnley head coach Nicky Hayen said. “Jamie has a proven track record, and we are looking forward to seeing him in a Claret shirt.”

FILE - Leicester's Jamie Vardy during the English Premier League soccer match between Leicester City and Liverpool at King Power stadium in Leicester, England, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Rui Vieira, File)

Burnley was relegated from England’s top flight last term.

“This club has a proper footballing history and passionate fans who deserve a team that represents them and their town,” Vardy said. “I can’t wait to get going on the pitch and help the team move in the right direction.”