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Ex-Leicester striker Vardy joins Burnley
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Ex-Leicester striker Vardy joins Burnley

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06 Sep 2026, 13:47

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Former Leicester City and England striker Jamie Vardy has officially signed with Burnley on a short-term contract lasting until the end of the current campaign. The veteran forward brings a wealth of elite experience to Turf Moor as Scott Parker’s side fights for dominance in the fiercely competitive division. Vardy departed the King Power Stadium at the conclusion of last season, ending a legendary thirteen-year association with the Foxes that saw the prolific goalscorer lift both the Premier League trophy and the FA Cup while netting nearly two hundred goals for the club in all competitions.

The acquisition of the talismanic center-forward provides a massive psychological and tactical boost for the Clarets as they navigate the rigorous demands of the promotion race. During his remarkable career, Vardy famously shattered the record for scoring in consecutive Premier League matches by finding the back of the net in eleven straight fixtures during the miraculous 2015-16 title-winning campaign. Known for his blistering pace, relentless pressing, and clinical finishing, the seasoned attacker also earned twenty-six international caps for the Three Lions, representing his country at both Euro 2016 and the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.

Burnley supporters will eagerly anticipate seeing their new talisman make his debut when the Lancashire club returns to action this weekend against formidable opposition. Parker will hope that Vardy’s legendary winning mentality and dressing room leadership can seamlessly inspire a young squad aiming to secure an immediate return to the English top flight. With dozens of crucial fixtures remaining on the demanding winter calendar, the addition of such a proven, decorated finisher could ultimately prove to be the decisive factor in determining the club's promotion fate.