Former Man Utd & West Ham star Jesse Lingard set to join Corinthians

Corinthians are in advanced negotiations to sign former Manchester United and West Ham United attacking midfielder Jesse Lingard, according to ESPN Brasil.

The 33-year-old has emerged as a prime market opportunity after recently leaving FC Seoul, where he spent the last two seasons.

The Man Utd academy graduate bagged 19 goals and 10 assists in 67 appearances for Seoul. He wore the captain’s armband during his stint in the K League.

Financial hurdles, which had initially delayed talks, have now been resolved. Corinthians are working to finalise the remaining details in the coming hours.

The proposed deal is a one-year contract. The move would mark another intriguing chapter in Lingard’s globetrotting career.

Lingard enjoyed his most influential spell at Old Trafford between 2015 and 2020, scoring in domestic cup finals and becoming a regular under multiple managers.

He made 232 appearances for the club, tallying 35 times and 21 assists.

Lingard also briefly shared a dressing room with Dutch forward Memphis Depay during the 2015/16 campaign. A reunion could now be on the cards in Sao Paulo.

He also had spells at Derby County, Nottingham Forest and West Ham. He rediscovered top form during a loan stint with the Hammers in 2021, recording 14 goal contributions in 16 outings.

Capped 32 times by the England national football team, Lingard will bring significant pedigree and big-game experience to the Brazilian giants.

He had also attracted interest from Clube do Remo, but Corinthians now appear firmly in pole position to secure his services.