Vardy calls time on England career
Jamie Vardy has not 'shut the door completely' on his England career, but the Leicester striker no longer wishes to be considered for selection by Gareth Southgate.
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Core answer
- As of late May 2026, there have been reports suggesting Jamie Vardy could be considering a return to England after his spell with Cremonese, with several outlets noting potential interest from or discussions about a move back to English football. However, no definitive confirmation of a signed England comeback has emerged in the most widely covered sources.
Background context
- Vardy’s England involvement has been intermittent since 2018, with Gareth Southgate leaving the door open in the past but Vardy stepping away from regular international duty for various periods. Early signals in 2020-2021 indicated Southgate was open to a recall if circumstances aligned, but no concrete recall occurred at that time. More recent chatter has centered on club-level moves and the possibility of a late-career return to England, rather than a guaranteed national-team reintroduction.
What to watch next
- Any official statements from Vardy or the England camp (Gareth Southgate) would settle the question, as would a formal transfer to an English club with a plan for international eligibility or a direct recall announcement.
- Transfer dynamics (e.g., a move to a lower-division English club or a premier team) could influence any potential England recall discussions.
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