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West Ham are close to a free transfer swoop for Jesse Lingard after the midfielder left Manchester United with the Hammers in talks over a reunion after his impressive loan spell last year

West Ham are close to sealing a free transfer for Jesse Lingard after holding further talks with the England midfielder, as the Hammers attempt to lure him back to the London Stadium.

Lingard is a free agent from the end of next week as his Manchester United contract runs out and has been evaluating offers after a break in Miami.

West Ham made an approach at the end of the season and are going back with a new offer for the 29-year-old.

Jesse Lingard will become a free agent next week as his Manchester United contract expires
The England midfielder (left) struggled for game time at United last season and wants to leave

Lingard scored nine goals in 16 matches under David Moyes while on loan at West Ham in 2021 and a career revival could see him stake a claim for an England World Cup squad place.