Jesse Lingard, the former Manchester United player, may finally end his football hiatus with a potential move to South Korea.

According to Sky Sports, the English international is close to finalising a deal with FC Seoul, encompassing a two-year contract with an option for a third year.

The report suggests that FC Seoul emerged as the most compelling option for Lingard.

Since departing Nottingham Forest last summer after the expiration of his contract, Lingard has been linked with various teams, including reports of interest from Al-Shabab.

Despite actively training on his own and a month-long stint with Saudi Arabian side Al-Ettifaq, he remained without a signed deal.

Lingard even offered himself to Barcelona, but the La Liga champions declined.

With over 230 appearances for Manchester United and a successful loan spell at West Ham, Lingard, 31, boasts a substantial football career.

Although he represented England 32 times at the senior level, his recent stint at Forest, where he started 12 of 17 Premier League matches, was less impressive, leading to his departure last season.

As Lingard strives to revive his career, a potential move to Asia awaits if he can secure a deal with the South Korean capital club, FC Seoul.