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Jesse Lingard posts an 'emotional' statement and video online after leaving Manchester United

Jesse Lingard penned an emotional statement on social media after his 22-year association with Manchester United came to an end.

The club confirmed on Wednesday that the 29-year-old would be leaving Old Trafford this summer upon the expiration of his contract.

Lingard - after a conclusion to his time at the club overshadowed by anger at a lack of an Old Trafford send-off - responded in a statement on Twitter, revealing he was 'emotional' but had 'special memories and moments' that he would 'cherish forever.'

Jesse Lingard responded with a statement after Manchester Utd announced his departure

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