J. Vardy

J. Vardy, the 39-year-old England international, continues to defy expectations as Cremonese’s number 10. A striker defined by relentless movement and sharp finishing, Vardy plays on the shoulder of the last defender, using his 179 cm frame to generate explosive bursts into space. His role at the Serie A side is that of a veteran leader — a poacher who feeds on half-chances and drags defenders out of position to create room for teammates. Even at 39, his off-the-ball work rate remain...