Everton, along with Leeds United and Wolves, have shown interest in signing Jamie Vardy as he leaves Leicester City as a free agent. Vardy, aged 38, announced his departure after Leicester's relegation from the Premier League. During his 13-year tenure at Leicester, he scored 198 goals and played a pivotal role in their 2015–16 Premier League title win. Leeds United, having just secured promotion to the Premier League, are particularly keen on acquiring Vardy to bolster their attack and avoid past relegation mistakes, but they must contend with competition from Everton and Wolves.