Jamie Vardy linked with shock free transfer move to FA Cup kings Crystal Palace after confirming he's leaving Leicester
Vardy, 38, is
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Jamie Vardy has been linked with a move to Crystal Palace
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Vardy scored his 200th goal for Leicester on Sunday after announcing he will leave the club this summer
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The experienced striker will be a free agent this summer on the expiration of his current deal and is thought to be keen on remaining in the Premier League.
And according to the
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Palace already have both
Vardy managed nine goals and four assists for Leicester this season as the King Power outfit were relegated back to the Championship.
And the club legend was given a fitting farewell from the Leicester fans when he played his
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Crystal Palace won the FA Cup on Saturday
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But a potential move to the Welsh outfit was seemingly ruled out by Wrexham exec Humphrey Ker this week.
While Vardy has insisted that Leicester will have no problems adjusting to life after his exit.
Rebekah Vardy throws husband Jamie a surprise party as he leaves Leicester City
Speaking after their 2-0 win over Ipswich, he said: "They'll be fine, they'll be fine.
"We've got a good squad and we've got all the youngsters coming through as well.
"I'm glad I'm not them, because football is a killer mentally and I couldn't do it all again if I'm honest.
"But I've enjoyed every minute of it and I look forward to keeping an eye on the club I love."
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Vardy said goodbye to Leicester City on Sunday
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He leaves the club as a Premier League champion
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