Sunderland ‘have simple Jamie Vardy decision’ after bombshell news
Sunderland should look to take a gamble and sign Jamie Vardy at the end of the season after his Leicester City contract expires.
The experienced striker has confirmed he will be leaving the Foxes at the end of this season, but also made it clear he has no plans to retire just yet.
That means Vardy has one last big move in him, and the Mackems should consider being the team to make that happen as the former England international still has plenty to offer.
It comes amid the bombshell news that Sunderland are considered one of the leading sides in the running to land the striker this summer.
In terms of experience and knowledge, there will be few greater options available to Sunderland during the summer transfer market, especially for free.
Jamie Vardy could fix a Sunderland problem
Whether Sunderland gains promotion to the Premier League or not, it’s clear that they would benefit from some extra firepower in the squad.
Only one team in the top seven Championship teams has scored fewer goals than Sunderland this season, and that’s a situation Regis Le Bris will want to address.
This has particularly been an issue in the business end of the season, as the last time Sunderland scored more than a single goal in a game was 28 February.
| 2024-25 Stats | Vardy |
| Appearances | 32 |
| Goals | 8 |
| Assists | 3 |
| Minutes Played | 2,554 |
Vardy is notorious for stepping up and thriving under pressure, often antagonising away supporters to make the atmosphere as hostile as possible for himself.
While the 38-year-old might not be able to punish teams by running in behind and relying on his pace anymore, he certainly still knows where the back of the net is.
He hasn’t looked out of place in the top flight this season, and if Sunderland were to be promoted, having a former Premier League winner in the squad is only going to benefit everyone else around him.
Vardy would be able to help guide some of the younger players and push them to the next level, while he will likely see Sunderland as a club that’s more than big enough for him to join, given the size of the Stadium of Light and the amazing attendances they receive.
Jamie Vardy would be good for the club commercially
It isn’t just on the pitch where Vardy would help the Mackems either, as he’s a well-known name and a beloved player within the English game.
Media attention and shirt sales would also grow with Vardy in the squad, and that’s something that would help make this transfer even more tempting to the club’s hierarchy.