"vk" Manchester United's Jesse Lingard was targeted by Barca and AC Milan

Sources told the media that with their contracts with Manchester United expiring, both Barcelona and AC Milan want Jesse Lingard.

Jesse Lingard's contract with Old Trafford is in its final year and from 1 January he will be able to negotiate with clubs outside England and could make a free transfer next summer.

Clubs such as Barcelona and Milan are watching the situation, while Jesse Lingard is open to a move to Spain or Italy as he is planning the next step in his career.

Financial constraints due to the coronavirus pandemic and the opportunity to sign an experienced England international on a free transfer in this case have made Jesse Lingard an enticing prospect for many of Europe's top clubs.

Jesse Lingard has yet to sign a new contract with Manchester United.

Jesse Lingard has turned down a contract from United as he fears he may not get enough of a chance to stay with Southgate's England national team as the 2022 World Cup approaches. United have yet to return with new proposals.

With the 28-year-old Lingard decided to become a member of the Qatari national team, his position in the first team will have a significant impact on his future. He was named to Southgate's latest squad and played 73 minutes in Saturday's 5-0 win over Andorra.

This season, Jesse Lingard scored two goals in the Premier League, including a dramatic final goal in September at West Ham United, although he made three appearances as a substitute and his playing time was limited to 45 minutes. In the Champions League 2-1 win over Villarreal, he also scored a crucial goal for Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench.

He has been in good shape since being loaned to West Ham last season. During that time, he scored nine goals in 16 games and was named premier league player of the month.