JESSE LINGARD has emerged as a shock transfer target for Zenit St Petersburg – with Tottenham also interested.
The Manchester United star, 27, has slipped down the pecking order at Old Trafford since the January signing of Bruno Fernandes and summer move for Donny van de Beek.
Zenit St Petersburg look set to battle Tottenham to sign Jesse LingardCredit: EPA
A host of clubs are thought to be interested, with Russian giants Zenit just the latest, according to ESPN.
Lingard has seen his career stall somewhat in the past two seasons since his starring role at the 2018 World Cup.
The versatile star has struggled for game time and form under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and has not started a Premier League match since January.
Many reports even suggested Lingard was left fuming after being left out of the squad for the 3-1 defeat at home to Crystal Palace.
Tottenham quickly emerged as a potential landing spot for the Three Lions ace in a surprise reunion with Jose Mourinho.
However, SunSport earlier revealed Man Utd could yet offer Lingard a one-year contract extension.
It’s believed United want to tie Lingard – out of contract at the end of the season – to a new deal in order to drive up his transfer fee.
Man Utd are hoping to command a £30million fee.
He could be sold before the window closes in early October, if a suitable offer comes in.
But the £100,000 a week ace is determined to fight for his spot, despite being way down the pecking order.
Lingard – who came through the Old Trafford academy – has kept himself in impressive shape over the off-season ahead of any possible move.
Manchester United star Jesse Lingard shows off ripped physique
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
