Burnley complete surprise Jamie Vardy signing

Burnley have completed the unexpected signing of veteran striker Jamie Vardy, bringing the former Leicester City icon back to English football on a contract running until the end of the season. The 39‑year‑old arrives after a year in Serie A with Cremonese, where he scored seven goals and provided two assists across 2,109 minutes. His return comes as Burnley look to revive their Championship campaign, having opened with three draws and two defeats from their first five matches.

Vardy’s legacy at Leicester remains formidable: more than a decade at the club, 200 goals and major trophies including the Premier League, FA Cup and Community Shield. Burnley hope his experience and finishing can inject urgency into a struggling attack. The move marks a new chapter for one of the Premier League’s most recognisable forwards, who now aims to make an immediate impact and help stabilise Burnley’s season after a difficult start.