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Jesse Lingard

Jesse Lingard is an English professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or winger.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jesse Lingard is an English professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or winger. He came through the Manchester United academy and later played for several clubs including West Ham United, Nottingham Forest, FC Seoul, and Corinthians. Lingard has also represented England at senior level, earning 32 caps and scoring 6 goals.

Early life and youth career

Lingard was born in Warrington and joined the Manchester United youth system. He progressed through the academy and won the FA Youth Cup with the club's youth side.

Club career

He made his senior debut while on loan at Leicester City and later had loan spells at Birmingham City, Brighton & Hove Albion, and Derby County. After becoming a regular for Manchester United, he later played for West Ham United, Nottingham Forest, FC Seoul, and Corinthians.

International career

Lingard made his senior England debut in 2016. He earned 32 caps and scored 6 goals for England, and was part of England's 2018 FIFA World Cup squad.

Playing style

Lingard is primarily used as an attacking midfielder or winger. He is known for playing on the right side and for contributing goals from advanced midfield positions.

Key facts

  • Born in Warrington, England, in 1992.
  • Developed in the Manchester United academy.
  • Made his senior debut on loan at Leicester City in 2012.
  • Broke into Manchester United's first team in 2015.
  • Has been capped by England at senior level.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jesse Lingard?
Jesse Lingard is an English professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or winger.
Where was Jesse Lingard born?
He was born in Warrington, England.
Which club did Jesse Lingard come through?
He came through the Manchester United academy.
When did Jesse Lingard make his senior international debut?
He made his senior England debut in 2016.
Which clubs has Jesse Lingard played for?
His senior career includes Manchester United, several loan clubs, West Ham United, Nottingham Forest, FC Seoul, and Corinthians.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesse_Lingard
    Supports: Career timeline, clubs, early senior debut, Manchester United first-team breakthrough, and departure in 2022.
  2. England Footballhttps://www.englandfootball.com/england/mens-senior-team/squad/profiles-archive/jesse-lingard
    Supports: Date of birth, birthplace, height, preferred foot, England debut, caps, goals, and national-team profile.
  3. Premier Leaguehttps://www.premierleague.com/en/players/109322/jesse-lingard/overview
    Supports: Nationality, date of birth, Premier League appearances, goals, and assists.
  4. MUFCInfohttps://www.mufcinfo.com/manupag/a-z_player_archive/a-z_player_archive_pages/lingard_jesse.html
    Supports: Manchester United debut, loan history, and transfer from Manchester United in 2022.