Where Jamie Vardy to West Ham United stands with transfer still on the cards
West Ham United remain in the race to sign Jamie Vardy on a free transfer.
The ex-England international's future remains up in the air this summer.
He spent last summer in Serie A as he tasted yet another relegation with Cremonese.
He won't be remaining in Italy as he has departed Stadio Giovanni Zini at the end of the campaign.
The London Stadium has emerged as a potential destination with the Hammers in the Championship.
Vardy has plenty of options on the table as he continues to assess his next steps.
Could Jamie Vardy join West Ham?
A move to Cremonese certainly came as a surprise to many and garnered mixed results.
The Englishman scored seven and assisted two across just 24 league starts as his side finished 18th and faced a drop to Serie B.
That form caught the eye and gives the 39-year-old plenty of options for his next move.
Sky Sports journalist Rob Dorsett reported on Monday that Vardy is considering multiple offers.
Brazilian outfit Sao Paulo have showcased an interest, while multiple Premier League and MLS sides have held talks.
West Ham remain in the race to seal his signature after links throughout the summer.
The final decision will come down to the striker and what is right for his family right now.
Why would West Ham want Vardy?
Reports emerged earlier in the transfer window that the Irons were monitoring the forward's situation.
The addition of a new striker could be needed, even with Taty Castellanos looking set to stick around.
It would make sense to bring Vardy in simply from an experience perspective.
He also proved just how good he can be in the Championship in the 2023/24 season where he scored 18 and assisted two in the second tier.
That can only be seen as a boost, especially with a Premier League, FA Cup and two second tier titles under his belt.
Vardy's experience could be the perfect addition to Nuno Espirito Santo's squad.
The final decision now lies with the forward as the Irons wait on a final answer.