Jesse Lingard meets Man Utd boss Ralf Rangnick to force transfer after 'locked up' swipe

Jesse Lingard has met with Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick as his future at the club remains in the balance.

The England international has been interesting a number of clubs this January, but United's demands have held back a potential departure amid links to the likes of West Ham, Spurs and Newcastle.

The behaviour of the club has frustrated Lingard's brother, who spoke out on social media and likened the current situation to being locked up.

Now, 12 months on from a successful loan spell at the London Stadium, and just a few months away from his contract expiring, Lingard himself has held talks with interim boss Rangnick as he seeks a resolution to his current situation.

Lingard's one and only start under Rangnick came more than a month ago, in the Champions League group stage draw with Young Boys.

His involvement since then amounts to just five minutes across two substitute appearances, against Aston Villa in the Premier League and FA Cup.

The interim manager continues to describe him as "a really good player," albeit one who faces stiff competition for a starting spot.

However, with time running out, player and manager have had words.

According to The Athletic, Lingard spoke with Rangnick on Sunday and the pair are due to continue their conversation on deadline day.

Newcastle looks like the most likely destination if the 29-year-old is to move on, and he is reportedly making a plea to the manager to help him force a move through before the window shuts.

United's hefty financial demands had held up a deal, but as the deadline draws closer there is still some hope from Lingard's and Newcastle's side that a middle ground can be found.

"As I said, for him, I know his contract is expiring in the summer