Jamie Vardy to Chelsea?
The Leicester City star has responded brilliantly to being linked with a move to the Premier League champions.
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Antonio Conte has been hellbent on signing a striker this month, targeting the likes of Islam Slimani, Christian Benteke, Peter Crouch (!), Ashley Barnes (!!), among others, while a deal for Edin Dzeko appears to be close.
As well as the big men, Chelsea have also been keeping tabs on Vardy.
Dzeko scores against Chelsea in the Champions League. Images: PA
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The 31-year-old was prolific during the Foxes incredible league triumph in 2016. Following his heroics, he was subsequently linked with Arsenal. Though he remained at the King Power Stadium.
This season, Vardy has already weighed in with 10 league goals with reports, once again, surfacing about his future.
And when asked about a January switch to Chelsea, he responded in style.
"Who have I been linked with today? Chelsea, they've been linked with everybody haven't they? He said via Daily Mail.
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"You just have to take things like this with a pinch of salt, it's just rumours. Usually it all gets started by someone throwing a few quid on it at the bookies," Vardy added.
Vardy in action for Leicester City at Stamford Bridge. Images: PA
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Despite the continued talks surrounding his future, Vardy remains loyal to Leicester City while looking forward to the clubs FA Cup fourth round tie against Peterborough.
"I'm a Leicester player and I'm just concentrating on Leicester until the club tell me otherwise and we will be looking to progress to the next round of the cup.
Will one of the big boys prize Vardy away from Leicester City? Watch this space.
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