Jamie Vardy drops biggest transfer hint yet alongside wife Rebekah amid Wrexham rumours
Jamie Vardy’s next career step has become one of the hottest topics in football’s summer transfer window, and now, a move off the pitch by his wife Rebekah Vardy may have just revealed the direction the former Leicester City star is heading.
After an incredible 13-year stint with Leicester City, where he became a club icon and fan favourite, Vardy confirmed that he would be leaving the Foxes at the end of the 2023/24 season. The 38-year-old striker leaves behind a remarkable legacy, having scored 200 goals in 500 appearances, including playing a pivotal role in the club’s unforgettable Premier League title win in 2015-16.
Upon announcing his departure, many fans assumed Vardy would retire from football altogether, especially given his age and the magnitude of his achievements. But in typical Vardy fashion, the former England international made it clear he wasn’t ready to hang up his boots just yet. Instead, he plans to continue his playing career as a free agent, sparking widespread speculation about where he might go next.
Since then, rumours have been swirling, linking Vardy with a range of clubs both in the UK and abroad. Wrexham AFC—owned by Hollywood duo Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney—has been heavily mentioned, as have Italian side Como and multiple clubs in the Scottish Premiership. However, a surprising real estate decision by his wife Rebekah may offer a significant clue about where the veteran striker could be heading.
According to a report from The Mirror, Rebekah Vardy has put the couple’s luxurious Portuguese villa on the market, listing the stunning four-storey property for a hefty £9.7 million. This isn’t just any holiday home—the villa, which the couple once described as their personal “sanctuary,” features six bedrooms, three swimming pools, a private gym, and a steam room.
The sudden decision to sell the villa has raised eyebrows, especially considering how much the property has meant to the Vardys. Many have interpreted the move as a potential signal that Jamie is preparing for a significant relocation—possibly outside of Europe. This aligns with growing reports that several Major League Soccer (MLS) clubs in the United States are keen to bring the Englishman across the Atlantic.
A recent report from Spanish outlet Fichajes claims that both New York Red Bulls and Charlotte FC are actively exploring the possibility of signing Vardy once his Leicester contract officially expires at the end of June. While the Red Bulls struggled in the 2024 MLS season, finishing 16th in the table, they do have a history of attracting former Premier League stars. Arsenal legend Thierry Henry famously spent four seasons with the club, netting 52 goals and assisting 40 more in 135 appearances.
Charlotte FC, on the other hand, may have a secret weapon in their pursuit of Vardy—manager Dean Smith. The former Aston Villa and Norwich boss had a short spell in charge at Leicester City during the 2022/23 season, giving him a working relationship with the veteran forward. Smith has already admitted he attempted to sign Vardy last year but was unsuccessful, as the striker was focused on helping Leicester return to the Premier League.
“I did text him and see if he wanted to come over to America,” Smith told GiveMeSport. “I knew that it was going to be hard once he took Leicester back to the Premier League. [I love] his enthusiasm for the game.”
Now that Leicester’s promotion mission is complete and Vardy has decided to leave, the door could be open for a reunion with Smith in North Carolina.
However, there’s another layer to Rebekah’s decision to sell the Portuguese property. Some observers have pointed out that financial pressures may have played a role. Rebekah Vardy was ordered to pay £1.2 million towards Coleen Rooney’s legal costs after losing the high-profile “Wagatha Christie” libel case, in addition to her own legal expenses, which are believed to exceed £2 million. Selling the lavish villa could be a strategic move to help ease those financial burdens, regardless of her husband’s next professional chapter.
Whether the sale of the villa is simply a financial decision or a sign of a new adventure abroad, one thing is clear—Jamie Vardy isn’t done yet. As the summer transfer window heats up, all eyes will be on where the former Premier League golden boot winner chooses to write the final chapter of his incredible footballing journey. Will it be a Hollywood ending at Wrexham, a fresh challenge in Italy, or a leap across the pond to the MLS? Only time will tell—but if Rebekah’s recent actions are anything to go by, a big move could be just around the corner.