Speaking to West Ham Zone, former Irons striker Frank McAvennie has shared what he's 'heard' about Man United forward and linked star Jesse Lingard.
The Lowdown: West Ham attempt Lingard signing...
It is no secret that the Hammers and manager David Moyes wanted to re-sign Lingard after his sensational stint on loan at the London Stadium last season.
The 28-year-old, branded 'phenomenal' by talkSPORT pundit Adrian Durham, scored nine goals and assisted four others in just 16 Premier League starts for West Ham last campaign (WhoScored).
Alas, Lingard chose not to relocate down south from Old Trafford but reports post-transfer window have suggested West Ham could still return in January - with the club apparently set to maintain a 'dialogue' behind the scenes according to Football Insider.
The Latest: McAvennie makes Lingard claim...
Speaking to WHZ, McAvennie has now shared what he's 'heard' whilst sending a bold West Ham transfer message - avoid bringing him back at all costs.
"They’re [Manchester United] not giving Lingard a new contract I heard,” the former Irons favourite explained.
“Brilliant isn’t it, he’s blown it.
“Listen, I hope West Ham don’t take him back. We knew he wasn’t getting a game. It’s not for me. I liked him, I wanted him, he was a breath of fresh air.
“[But] The bottom line is he’s blown his chance. Did he honestly think he was going to go and get a game with [Cristiano] Ronaldo and all of that lot?
“I saw it coming. It’s going to cost him his England place.”
The Verdict: Correct call?
We believe West Ham should, at the very least, contemplate returning for him in January - especially considering the Red Devils could offload for as little as £15m due to his contract situation - which currently expires in 2022.
Despite the Irons signing Nikola Vlasic in the summer, Moyes will need plenty of options in the attacking areas if he is to maintain West Ham's excellent 2021/2022 start.
In other news: Contact made: West Ham have already positioned themselves to sign 17-goal 'real handful' for Moyes, find out more here.