Lingard's move to a Saudi club didn't happen, and the reasons are known

Former Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard, who left Nottingham Forest in the summer of 2023, is currently without a club. However, he was close to resolving this situation.

According to Sky Sports, Saudi club Al-Shabab expressed interest in the player, but the deal fell through as it was too late for the club to complete the transfer of the 31-year-old midfielder.

Lingard will continue as a free agent, maintaining his fitness individually. It was previously reported that Lingard changed his agents because, for six months, they couldn't find him a new club.

In the fall, the 31-year-old Englishman trained with another Saudi club, Al-Ettifaq, led by Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard.

Additionally, there were links between Al-Shabab and Newcastle winger Miguel Almirón.