The former Manchester United and England man has raised concerns surrounding Lingard's activity online, but says social media is a 'lesser evil'
Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville has questioned the mentality of players who court controversy via social media, but says it’s a “lesser evil” than reporting for pre-season after being “bladdered” for four weeks.
His comments come in the wake of Jesse Lingard’s recent misdemeanour on Instagram, which drew criticism from supporters after the 26-year-old posted a foul-mouthed video from his holiday apartment in Miami.
United fans took to Twitter to voice their displeasure at the forward’s behaviour – particularly as he is reportedly in line for a contract extension and a 25 per cent wage increase at Old Trafford.