Why Jamie Vardy will make his final Leicester City appearance before Premier League season finishes as Wrexham and MLS-linked striker drops hint on future
Jamie Vardy will make his final Leicester City appearance of the season this weekend but the legendary striker has ruled out retirement for now.
The 38-year-old announced this season would be his final one at Leicester after 13 years there, following their relegation from the Premier League. However, Sunday's clash against fellow relegated side Ipswich Town will be his last, even though they round off the campaign at Bournemouth on May 25.
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THE EXPLANATION
According to BBC Sport, Vardy will end his Leicester career at the King Power Stadium rather than in the final game of the season at Bournemouth. The club has announced the veteran's 500th appearance for the Foxes will be his last, giving him what he hopes will be a perfect send-off this weekend.
Asked if he had doubts about being able to perform at the highest level, he told Sky Sports: "No, but that's just me. Football is a crazy world. You never know what's going to happen. I'll keep going until my legs tell me I need to stop. My legs are fine. I'm doing a sport that I love, it's what I've done since I was a little kid so long may that continue."
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WHAT NEXT?
Vardy will hope to score his 200th Leicester goal in his final appearance for the Foxes. Then, all eyes will be on who he moves to next as he seeks to extend his career.