Fri Sep 20 08:49:09 UTC 2024: ## Ipswich Striker Szmodics Aims to Prove Himself in Premier League, Drawing Inspiration from Jamie Vardy
**Ipswich Town and Republic of Ireland forward Sammie Szmodics is determined to make his mark on the Premier League, drawing inspiration from the career path of Leicester City star Jamie Vardy.**
Szmodics, who joined Ipswich this summer after a successful spell at Blackburn Rovers, has already scored his first Premier League goal, a feat he shares with Vardy, who has scored in all five tiers of English football.
“What Jamie has done is amazing,” Szmodics said. “He’s a great example for me. He’s worked his way up and now he’s a top-flight player. It’s something I ultimately want to achieve.”
Szmodics, who has experienced both success and setbacks in his career, is determined to defy those who doubt his ability. He has a point to prove, stating, “I’ve always felt I was good enough for the level, and I’m proving people wrong.”
The 28-year-old striker is aiming to build on his impressive goal-scoring record at Blackburn and help Ipswich survive in the Premier League, despite facing a challenging season.
“We are not here to make the numbers up,” Szmodics declared. “We are here to compete.”
With his determination, talent, and the inspiration from Vardy’s journey, Szmodics is ready to prove he is not a one-season wonder, but a player who can thrive in the Premier League for years to come.
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