‘Going from bad to worse’, 'This is ridiculous’ - Many NUFC fans fume over 'mad' Sky update

A number of Newcastle United fans have reacted poorly after seeing their club are close to giving up on trying to sign Jesse Lingard. 

For the past few months, it has seemed like the Manchester United man could end up playing for the Magpies, with plenty of talk linking him with a possible move.

However, as the January transfer market draws to a close, it looks as though no deal will be happening this winter. Indeed, as reported by Sky Sports News, Newcastle has ‘all but given up hope’ of signing Lingard, due to the loan fee being demanded by the Red Devils.

The update was shared on Twitter by NUFC360 and a collection of fans quickly flocked to the post to offer their opinions.

It’s clear to see how frustrated these Magpies fans are, and with Sky Sports News claiming that a source told them ‘the deal is now dead’ it really doesn’t look as though this deal could happen.

Across nine Premier League appearances this season, Lingard has played just 88 minutes. Even so, he has still managed to score twice.

No doubt, his talent is there and Newcastle probably feel as though they’re the club that could unlock it. However, if the latest report is accurate, they won’t have the chance to try any time soon.

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