Jesse Lingard lands in Brazil for medicals, set to sign with Corinthians

In the early hours of this Sunday (01), English midfielder Jesse Lingard landed in Brazil at Guarulhos Airport, arriving from England to undergo medical exams and sign with Corinthians on a contract valid until the end of the 2026 season, with an option to renew for another year based on performance goals.

Upon arrival, the player gave a few quick words about Timão : “I’ll speak later,” said Lingard about his choice to join Corinthians , and concluded by expressing his excitement about joining the black-and-white team: “Of course, of course (I’m excited). Vai Corinthians .” The expectation is that the athlete will undergo medical exams as early as this Monday (02) and begin the documentation process to later be officially announced by Corinthians .

Photo: Rodrigo Oliveira/Central do Timão

Lingard arrives at Corinthians as a free agent, meaning he has not been under contract with any other sports club since leaving FC Seoul, South Korea, back in December 2025. For the South Korean club, he played a total of 66 matches, scored 19 goals, and provided 10 assists. The 33-year-old can play on both wings, as an attacking midfielder, and as a second striker, in a role similar to Memphis Depay.

The most significant stint of the player’s career was at Manchester United, where he came up through the youth academy. Professionally for the Red Devils, between 2015 and 2020, he played 235 matches, scored 35 goals, provided 21 assists, and won four titles, the most important being the Europa League.

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