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Jesse Lingard: Man Utd star reveals Thierry Henry inspiration behind shirt number
JESSE LINGARD has revealed why he wears the No14 shirt at Manchester United.
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Lingard was a part of the Manchester United side that won three trophies in Jose Mourinho’s debut campaign in charge, culminating in the Europa League final win over Ajax last month.
The 24-year-old, who graduated from United's youth academy, grew up as a football fanatic.
Having helped the Red Devils launch their new Adidas away kit recently, Lingard has revealed Thierry Henry was the inspiration behind his shirt number.
“I just think it’s a great number to have,” Lingard told the club’s official website.
Jesse Lingard wears the No.14 shirt for Manchester United
I used to look up to him and watch most of his goals so I think ‘14’ is a good number
“Obviously, [former Arsenal attacker] Thierry Henry had it and he’s a great figure in football.
“He was a great goalscorer when I was younger.
“I used to look up to him and watch most of his goals so I think ‘14’ is a good number.”
Jesse Lingard admits he was inspired by Thierry Henry (right)
Lingard has currently been on international duty with England, who lost 2-1 to France in a friendly last night in Paris.
His thoughts will return to club matters this morning (9am) when United will learn of their Premier League fixtures for the 2017/18 campaign.
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