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Man United ace opens up on the possibility of joining loan club permanently in the summer

Jesse Lingard of England celebrates during the UEFA Nation League Group Stage match between England and Croatia at Wembley Stadium, London, England on 18 November 2018. PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxUK Copyright: xLiamxMcAvoyx 21980075

Manchester United loanee Jesse Lingard unlikely to sign permanently with West Ham United

Speaking to West Ham United’s official website (h/t Mirror), Manchester United loanee Jesse Lingard has hinted that he may not sign on permanently for West Ham United this summer.

The 28-year-old joined the London based club on loan earlier this January. He has since thrived under David Moyes, scoring and assisting for fun as West Ham challenged for an unlikely Champions League spot.

While the Hammers eventually fell short, Lingard came out of the whole spell with his reputation enhanced. He has also earned himself a real shot at making the England squad for this summer’s European Championships.

Jesse Lingard starred on his debut for West Ham
Jesse Lingard has been impressive for West ham United

While Lingard admits that the spell at West Ham has been productive, he went on to add that he will take away good memories from his time at the club.

The 28-year-old’s comments indicate that his future lies elsewhere and he will not be returning to West Ham next season.

“It’s been great, I’ve made a lot of new people and made a countless number of friends, so to take on this challenge has been amazing and to take away the memories will be special.”

It was reported earlier this month that the Hammers would struggle to meet Lingard’s wage demands. Whether the player is willing to make a compromise remains to be seen.

Lingard's contract with United expires in 2022
Lingard was suffering from poor mental health while at United

David Moyes has admitted that he would like to keep Lingard beyond this season. The Scot yet retains hope that the Englishman will return for a permanent spell in the English capital.

A number of top teams such as Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid and Inter Milan are all keeping tabs on Lingard. It is fair to say that West Ham is not the most glamourous option out there.

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United, for their part, do not appear to be averse to letting Lingard go. The Englishman does not feature in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s plans and has only a year to go on his current deal. (h/t Express)

Lingard’s value has never been higher and the club will do well to cash in on him. A strong Euros with England will only see his reputation soar further.

Written by Pranav Nair

An Engineering postgraduate with a keen interest in statistics, pop culture and football.

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