Jamie Vardy is a well-known figure in English football, having played for Leicester and the England national team. He was a key player in the Premier League-winning season of 2015-2016, scoring 24 goals. Vardy has also played 500 games for Leicester, scoring 200 goals between 2012 and 2025. He played 29 games for Cremonese, scoring 7 goals, before leaving the Italian club in July.
The São Paulo team has been looking for reinforcements without transfer costs, and Vardy's profile fits this profile. The club has already signed Domingos Duarte and Aurélio Buta without transfer costs. The São Paulo team has three center-forwards: Calleri, André Silva, and Ryan Francisco. The transfer window closes on September 11, and there is no ongoing negotiation with Vardy's representatives yet. The São Paulo board is evaluating the possibility of making a proposal for Vardy.