Leicester City supporters were left stunned today after the club’s official X (formerly Twitter) account sent out an unexpected five-word message about Jamie Vardy — the first direct statement made since the legendary striker controversially left the King Power Stadium a few months ago.
The short post, which simply read “Forever one of our own”, has reignited debate around Vardy’s sudden departure and what could come next. Many fans admitted they had to read it twice, with some suggesting it could be a hint of a possible buy-back deal, while others believe it was simply an emotional nod to the club’s most iconic modern-era player.
Vardy, 38, left Leicester earlier this year under circumstances that surprised many. After over a decade of service, more than 300 appearances, and his crucial role in Leicester’s historic 2015/16 Premier League title win, the striker’s exit felt abrupt and left fans divided. Some argued the club should have done more to keep him, while others felt it was time to move on.
Since leaving, Vardy has remained tight-lipped about the details of his departure, though he has continued to perform at a high level elsewhere. That silence made today’s message even more shocking, as Leicester had not acknowledged the striker publicly since his exit.
The reaction from supporters online was immediate. One fan wrote, “Why now? What are the club trying to say?” while another added, “This feels like a teaser. Don’t play with our emotions.”
Speculation is already growing that Leicester could consider a short-term return for their former talisman, especially with the club struggling for consistency in front of goal this season. The possibility of a buy-back deal has been floated in recent weeks, though nothing has been confirmed.
For now, one thing is certain: those five words have re-opened a conversation Leicester City fans thought had been closed — and many will be watching closely to see what unfolds next.
