Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has showered praise on Leicester City’s Jamie Vardy, calling him the best England striker of all time. While acknowledging the country’s fortunate history of producing talented strikers like Harry Kane and Wayne Rooney, Maresca believes Vardy stands out from the rest due to his exceptional adaptability and goal-scoring prowess.
Speaking to the media ahead of Saturday’s match against Leicester City, Maresca praised Vardy’s ability to excel in different roles and adapt to changes in tactics. “Vardy is fantastic and people don’t realise how good he is,” he said. “I know that England has been quite lucky with strikers, like Kane, Rooney and many others, but if you ask me, he has been the best one.”
Vardy’s impressive skills, according to Maresca, include his ability to run behind defenders and finish chances, as well as his open-minded approach to the game. “He changed the way he was playing by dropping in, linking the play, and he still wants to learn,” Maresca explained. “But of course, he still has the one thing that is most difficult to find, which is to score goals.”
Maresca’s endorsement of Vardy is not without merit, given their successful partnership at Leicester City last season. Under Maresca’s management, Vardy scored 20 goals in 37 matches, leading the Foxes to promotion back to the Premier League. The Chelsea manager recalls the title celebrations with fondness, highlighting the strong connection between the players.
In a unique gesture, the entire Leicester City squad arrived at Maresca’s home to celebrate their promotion, skipping a planned party at a different location. “This showed the connection between the players; they could go for a party at a different place but they all arrived at my home,” Maresca said. “It was a fantastic connection, and I will always be thankful for them.”
Vardy’s form has been inconsistent this season, having scored only four goals in 11 Premier League matches. However, his ability to adapt and score crucial goals when it matters most has earned him a reputation as one of the most prolific strikers in the Premier League. Maresca’s glowing praise is a testament to Vardy’s enduring abilities, even if he doesn’t always get the recognition he deserves.
Enzo Maresca’s endorsement of Jamie Vardy as the best England striker of all time is a testament to the Leicester City star’s exceptional skills and adaptability. While opinions may vary, Maresca’s perspective highlights the importance of Vardy’s contributions to the national team. As Chelsea and Leicester City prepare to face off on Saturday, fans will be eagerly awaiting Vardy’s performance, hoping to see him continue to justify Maresca’s high praise.
