Jamie Vardy`s eagerly anticipated home debut for Cremonese in Serie A may be postponed due to a minor muscular issue. The English striker, who recently joined the newly-promoted Italian side, could be sidelined for up to a month before making his first appearance at the Stadio Giovanni Zini.
Cremonese officials have confirmed that Vardy underwent medical tests following a “slight muscular strain.” The club stated that additional fitness assessments would be conducted prior to Sunday`s match against Parma.
Reports from Italian sources suggest that Cremonese manager Davide Nicola is likely to take a cautious approach, potentially omitting Vardy from the squad for the upcoming Serie A fixture.
The 38-year-old forward made his Serie A debut last Monday in an away match against Verona. The game against Parma was expected to mark his first home appearance for Cremonese.
If Vardy is indeed unavailable for the Parma match, his next opportunity for a home debut would come on October 20 against Udinese. This is due to Cremonese`s schedule, which includes away games against Como and Inter Milan, followed by the international break in October.
The former Leicester City star`s integration into Italian football has garnered significant attention, with fans eager to see how the Premier League legend adapts to Serie A. However, it seems they may have to wait a little longer for Vardy to grace the Stadio Giovanni Zini turf in competitive action.