Manchester United have confirmed Jesse Lingard will leave the club this month amid reported interest from Newcastle. A 22-year relationship is over as the Red Devils decided against renewing the England international’s contract.
The Magpies were linked with Lingard - who was understood to be keen on the move - in January but Manchester United blocked the move. Reports at the time claimed Man United demanded a £12million “survival bonus” in the event of Newcastle staying up.
Toon chiefs opted against a move at the time but that has not stopped the rumours circulating again. West Ham - the club where Lingard had a successful loan stint 18 months ago - are also believed to be in the running, as are clubs in Italy.