Report: West Ham United to make summer move for Jamie Vardy

Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy kisses the Premier League trophy on May 8, 2016
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West Ham United are reportedly considering a surprise move for Leicester City star Jamie Vardy this summer.

West Ham United are reportedly considering a move for Leicester City star Jamie Vardy this summer.

The 29-year-old striker has attracted the attention of many after helping guide the Foxes to the Premier League title, just one year after the club were battling relegation.

Vardy, who has scored 24 league goals this season, has insisted that he is "happy" at the club, but the Hammers may try to lure him away.

According to the London Evening Standard, West Ham are pondering an approach for Vardy as they believe that their move to the Olympic Stadium can attract high-calibre players in England.

Yesterday, co-chairman David Sullivan confirmed that the club have bid £24m for a France-based player and will also spend up to £25m later this week on a player plying their trade in England.

Vardy signed a new deal until 2019 at the King Power Stadium just two months ago.

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