The attacking midfielder has been a free agent since last summer and even trained with Saudi club Al Ettifaq, but remains without a club.
Jesse Lingard, the English attacking midfielder who has been without a club since last summer, finds himself in an unexpected turn of events as he receives an enticing offer to revive his football career in a rather unexpected destination - South Korea.
The news, reported by market expert Fabrizio Romano, comes as a surprise for many, given Lingard's background in English football. The former Manchester United playmaker, who had been a free agent since parting ways with Nottingham Forest, another Premier League club, at the end of the previous season, is now at the center of attention with a formal contract proposal from FC Seoul.
FC Seoul, a club based in South Korea's bustling capital, has extended a generous two-year deal to the 31-year-old midfielder. This offer marks an interesting opportunity for Lingard to potentially embark on a new chapter in his football journey, far from the English football scene.
In light of this unexpected opportunity, Lingard is set to make his way to South Korea in the upcoming week to explore the possibilities and, in all likelihood, finalize his move to FC Seoul. The club finished in the seventh position out of twelve in the previous edition of the championship, and Lingard's arrival could potentially bring a fresh dimension to their squad.
It's worth mentioning that Lingard had previously spent several weeks training with Saudi Arabian club Al Ettifaq. However, despite the training stint, he ultimately decided against signing with the team led by manager Steven Gerrard.
As the football world watches with anticipation, Lingard's potential move to South Korea adds an exciting twist to his career, and fans will be keen to see how this chapter unfolds for the talented midfielder.
