West Ham United will reportedly not try to sign Manchester United star Jesse Lingard in January even though David Moyes still ‘loves’ the player.
Lingard, 28, spent the second half of last season on loan with the Hammers after being overlooked by United. And it proved to be a fruitful move as the Warrington-born ace enjoyed a stunning spell in the East End. The England international bagged nine goals and assisted five in 16 appearances for the Irons.
There was much talk over the summer months about a permanent switch to the London Stadium. But Lingard returned to Old Trafford despite the arrival of Jadon Sancho and Cristiano Ronaldo.
He was concerned about the amount of action he would see with the north-west giants. And manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer recently confessed that he would love to give the forward more game time.
Lingard is now in the final year of his United deal. The Norwegian tactician has made it clear he wants the former Brighton loan man to extend his stay.
