FC Seoul's Jesse Lingard has shared a photo of himself from his hospital bed after a successful operation – and has vowed to "come back stronger".
Article continues below
Article continues below
Article continues below
Lingard criticised over FC Seoul displaysFormer Man Utd man undergoes surgeryEx-England star vows to come back strongerWHAT HAPPENED?
The former Manchester United star confirmed the operation on his meniscus in his knee was a success and now he will begin his recovery efforts, with the 31-year-old expected to be fit again in mid-May. The ex-England international thanked well-wishers for their support and appeared to be positive about the future.
AdvertisementWHAT JESSE LINGARD SAID
Before the operation, he wrote in an Instagram story: "Back stronger. Positive vibes," and then later posted: "Successful surgery on my meniscus, thank you for all the messages ❤️ everything happens for a reason."
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Lingard sealed a shock move to FC Seoul in February but so far he has been repeatedly lambasted by manager Kim Gi-dong. Initially, the attacking midfielder's work rate was criticised and then he was told he "isn't a football player" as he doesn't run enough. It's been an ignominious start for the former West Ham loanee and yet again it seems his career is on a downward spiral.
Fc SeoulWHAT NEXT?
After a rest, Lingard will begin his rehab in a bid to play for the K League side again this season. So far, the ex-Nottingham Forest player has made three appearances for Seoul.