Ex-Man Utd midfielder Lingard in talks over shock Corinthians move

Former Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard
Former Manchester United midfielder Jesse LingardSteve Cho Kyewoong / Penta Press / Shutterstock Editorial / Profimedia

Former Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard is reportedly in talks over a shock move to Brazilian giants Corinthians.

Lingard, 33, has been a free agent since leaving South Korean side FC Seoul in December, where he managed to score 16 goals in his 67 games.

According to ESPN, the former Man United midfielder is set for another adventure as talks with Brazilian giants Corinthians advance.

The report states that Lingard will sign a one-year contract with Corinthians with an agreement at an advanced stage.