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Gary Neville Talks Jesse Lingard's Social Media Activity Amid Fan Criticism

Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville has questioned Jesse Lingard's use of social media, although said he thinks the player's online videos are a "lesser evil".

Lingard has attracted some criticism from supporters as of late, as he's posted clips on Instagram of his holiday in Miami with team-mate Marcus Rashford. In one video, expletive language is used and according to Matt Maltby of the Daily Mirror, United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is "furious" about the posts.

Speaking about Lingard's social media activity, Neville said he was unsure if it has any benefit to the player, but said there are worse things a footballer could be doing during the summer, per Goal:

"Why would you do something that is potentially going to bring you criticism?