Vardy the wrong fit for Arsenal, claims Merson
Jamie Vardy would struggle to adapt to Arsenal’s style of play if he were to leave Premier League champions Leicester and head to the Emirates Stadium, according to former Gunners forward Paul Merson.
The Foxes striker has joined up with the England squad for Euro 2016 as his club future continues to be subject of speculation.
Arsenal are understood to have lodged a £20 million offer, triggering a release clause in Vardy’s current contract, and would be prepared to offer the 29-year-old lucrative personal terms of some £120,000 a week.
Merson does not believe the quick, short passing game of Arsene Wenger’s team would suit Vardy at all.
“I am absolutely flabbergasted with it,” he said.
“Arsenal don’t get the ball forward quick enough for Jamie Vardy. No disrespect, but he plays at Leicester where everyone goes and has a go at them.
“Twenty of his goals must have been over the top, balls that he is running on to, beat the goalie and great finish. You play for Arsenal, you kick off and the other team sit 10 men behind the ball.”
Merson added: “Leicester suits Jamie Vardy, in my opinion. He is perfect for them.
“Leicester play his way, they get the ball forward very quickly and he...