Jamie Vardy ends Everton transfer links as free agent joins struggling Burnley and hails ‘proper footballing history’

JAMIE VARDY has completed a sensational return to English football after signing for Burnley. The Premier League legend, 39, has put pen to paper on a deal at Turf Moor running until the end of the current season. Jamie Vardy has returned to English football with Burnley Credit: Getty Images Jamie Vardy won the Premier League with Leicester City in 2016 Credit: Getty Images Vardy arrives following a spell in Italy with Cremonese, having previously brought the curtain down on his iconic 13-year stay at Leicester. Burnley confirmed the deal in a club statement, describing their new recruit as an experienced forward renowned for his pace, clinical finishing and relentless work rate. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! Clarets boss Nicky Hayen said: “We are delighted to welcome Jamie to Burnley FC.” He added: “His experience and leadership will be invaluable to our squad, and we believe he can make a significant impact on our campaign.” Hayen also pointed to Vardy’s incredible career record and admitted he was looking forward to seeing the veteran pull on a Burnley shirt. Vardy was equally delighted to seal his return to England after his adventure in Serie A. He said: “I’m really happy to now be here at Burnley FC. “This club has a proper footballing history and passionate fans who deserve a team that represents them and their town. Most read in Football BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK “I can’t wait to get going on the pitch and help the team move in the right direction.” Vardy is best known for his legendary spell at Leicester, where he scored 200 goals in 500 appearances and spearheaded their astonishing 2015-16 Premier League title triumph before later winning the FA Cup. He will now look to write another chapter of his remarkable career with the Clarets. Comment now