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Rejecting Arsenal a 'mature' move for Leicester star Vardy - Claridge

The Premier League champion has snubbed a move to the Emirates Stadium and will instead remain at the King Power, and he has been hailed for making a "mature decision"

Former Leicester City striker Steve Claridge believes Jamie Vardy made a "mature decision" in rejecting interest from Arsenal to agree a new contract with the Premier League champions.

Arsenal had reportedly triggered an estimated £20 million release clause in Vardy's contract after the England striker's 24 league goals fired the Foxes to the most stunning of title triumphs in 2015-16.

Vardy also scored in 11 consecutive league games last season, breaking Ruud van Nistelrooy's record that had stood for more than a decade.