Manchester United star Jesse Lingard is awaiting a call from Erik ten Hag to discuss his future, according to reports. The England international has barely played under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ralf Rangnick this season. And while he’s open to staying at Old Trafford, he’s supposedly earmarked Newcastle as his preferred destination if he ends up leaving.
Manchester United had already resigned themselves to losing Lingard on a free transfer, having previously denied the midfielder a move away in January.
But, now, The Sun say the playmaker is open to staying.
It’s stated that Ten Hag intends to speak with the England international and learn about his intentions as he prepares to rebuild the club in his own image.
While Lingard’s best football in recent years came at West Ham on loan last term, he can be a vital asset on his day.
However, if the 29-year-old does decide to depart, then Newcastle are his preferred next destination.
Eddie Howe has done a superb job on Tyneside since taking over from Steve Bruce and the Toon, with their wealthy owners, have big ambitions.
Man Utd star Jesse Lingard could get a second chance under Erik ten Hag (Image: GETTY)
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On interest in a move to Newcastle, the same source added: “Jesse likes the look of Eddie Howe and a move to Newcastle would give him the chance to stay closer to his family in the North West, which is important to him.”
Lingard isn’t the only player who could be given a lifeline by Ten Hag.
Marcus Rashford has endured a troublesome season so far, scoring just five goals across all competitions.
Rangnick has often overlooked the 24-year-old since his interim appointment in December, instead preferring to deploy Anthony Elanga.
But Rashford is keen to stay and Ten Hag is willing to keep him on board.
Like Lingard, he can be a vital player for the Red Devils when fully fit and firing on all cylinders.