Jamie and Rebekah Vardy’s Move to Italy: Striker Welcomed as He Signs for Cremonese

Jamie Vardy, the former England international striker, has arrived in Italy as he nears a surprising transfer to Serie A club Cremonese. The 38-year-old, who departed Leicester City at the end of last season and has been a free agent, attracted interest from several clubs, including Celtic, Everton, and Dutch giants Feyenoord. However, Cremonese’s ambitious plans convinced him to take the plunge abroad.

Vardy was greeted enthusiastically by fans upon landing, with one supporter even getting their leg tattooed with his image and then seeking his autograph. Rebekah Vardy flew directly from a holiday to join her husband in Italy, sharing a heartfelt farewell to Leicester on social media: “Where history was made. Never thought saying goodbye and moving on would be so hard. Forever in our hearts. Will always be watching! Ho smash it lads.”

The striker is expected to undergo a medical before signing a one-year contract with the club, which includes an option for an additional year. The move marks Vardy’s first venture outside English football after a storied 13-year career at Leicester. During his tenure, he made 500 appearances, scored 200 goals, and was instrumental in their historic Premier League title win and FA Cup victory in 2021. Notably, he scored in a record 11 consecutive Premier League fixtures and earned the Golden Boot in 2020.

Cremonese, based in Lombardy, currently sit second in the Serie A standings after a surprising start, including victories over AC Milan and Sassuolo. Vardy’s arrival has generated excitement, with fans and teammates eager to see how the veteran striker adapts to Italian football.

Jamie Vardy has arrived in Italy ahead of his move to Cremonese

The forward was warmly received by supporters, even signing a fan’s tattoo of his image

Rebekah traveled straight from holiday to join Jamie before his move to Italy