Участник:Seoul officially announced the recruitment of Lingard on the 8th.
British media said Lingard joined Seoul with a two-year contract and a one-year extension option. An incident occurred in which a player who played for Manchester United came to the K League in his prime.
Lingard will make his K-League debut in an away game against Gwangju FC on March 2. He will have a showdown with Lee Jung-hyo, who created a sensation last season. His debut match between Kim Ki-dong and Lingard has already attracted explosive attention.
British media are also interested in Lingard's debut in the K-League. The Guardian on Tuesday detailed his debut in an article that said, "Jessie Lingard, who arrived in Korea, aims to recover her past reputation."
The Guardian reported, "Lyngaard arrived in Korea, the land of the quiet morning. It will be the most interesting transfer of the season. The former Manchester United striker arrives in Korea and plays in the oldest professional league in Asia. Lingard is the largest fish in a decent-sized pond. Can Lingard help Seoul recover its past reputation?"
Some predicted that adapting to Korea may not be easy. The Guardian said, "Many foreign players suffered physical and cultural difficulties in the K-League. Most managers in the K-League prefer counterattacks. Players generally manage more strictly compared to England. Especially, players spend a lot of time with their teams just days before a game."
The new coach Kim Ki-dong's football tactics and philosophy in charge of Seoul have yet to be grasped by the British media. Lingard's capabilities can shine more under the guidance of coach Kim, who plays pass-oriented tactics.
It is not clear yet whether Lingard will succeed or not. The Guardian said, "Lingard can contribute to expanding the appeal of soccer in Korea. Fans who enjoy overseas soccer, including Son Heung-min, may be interested in the K-League. The news of Lingard joining is very big news in Korea as well. Ki Sung-yueng, who played in the Premier League, is expected to help Lingard adjust."