The Englishman revealed that he used to have a nightcap every day to take his mind away from the abuse he received from Manchester United fans. He also spoke about the pressure to perform as a professional footballer and his mother’s struggles with depression.
Lingard said (via the Daily Mail):
He added:
Lingard spent a major part of his formative years in Manchester United’s youth set-up. The Red Devils’ academy product spent loan spells at various outfits including Leicester City and Derby County before becoming a regular starter at Old Trafford in 2015 under Louis van Gaal.
However, he fell out of favor at Manchester United in 2019 when Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was appointed head coach. The English attacking midfielder joined Nottingham Forest last summer on a free transfer.
“I didn’t want to play” - Jesse Lingard opens up about abuse from Manchester United fans in FA Cup fixture
Lingard also opened up about the abuse he received after Manchester United’s 3-0 win over Derby County in the FA Cup on March 5, 2020. The England international said:
Lingard added:
Manchester United are currently fourth in the Premier League table and will next face Arsenal at the Emirates on Sunday, January 22.
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