JAMIE VARDY reportedly had a sensational move to Genoa BLOCKED by Arsenal legend and Invincible Patrick Vieira.
Vieira, who is the boss of Genoa, is said to have vetoed the move after club execs had put things in place for the former Leicester striker to make the move.
According to Italian outlet La Repubblica, Genoa had agreed personal terms with Vardy following negotiations spearheaded by sporting director Flavio Ricciardella.
But despite claims that Genoa had even enlisted financial help from club sponsors to pay Vardy’s wages, the deal was abandoned after didn’t give his seal of approval.
The icon reportedly told club execs he didn’t want Vardy, bringing the deal to an abrupt close.
SunSport have contacted Vardy’s representatives for comment.
Vardy, 38, is available on a free transfer after after his deal expired this summer.
The former international leaves the Foxes with a satisfying record of 200 goals in 500 appearances.
And although a potential move to Genoa appears to be off the cards, Vardy could be heading to a European giant instead.
Reports suggest that the veteran striker is closing in on a move to to play under new boss .
Vardy is thought to be “open”; to a move to the Scottish club.
He has been .
The legendary former Stoke boss said: “If went to Rangers he would be joining a huge rivalry, they have new owners and will want to invest into the team to make things more competitive.
“Russell Martin is at a massive, massive club and that comes with expectations. If he does bring big names in, that will go through the roof.
“Brendan Rodgers has done an unbelievable job atand Russell will be under enormous pressure to get closer to themnextyear.”;
However, Pulis warned that Rangers will have to act fast with Vardy likely to be in high demand.
He added: “Jamie Vardy will not be short of offers. You don’t know whether he’s waiting for another Premier League club to come in for him, but he’s been a fantastic player.
“Taking Leicester to the Premier League title, winning the, he is a fit lad and doesn’t look to have put any weight on. I’m sure he will have something on his mind.
“He’ll have a preference and he might be waiting to see what offers he gets, but he will have options all over the world.”;
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