Overview
- Lingard entered at half-time Wednesday in a 3-1 loss to Fluminense at the Maracanã, marking his first game for Corinthians.
- By coming off the bench, he became the first Englishman to appear in Brazil’s top division, according to multiple reports.
- Agent Fernando Martins said he targeted Brazil’s open window for free agents, pitched Grêmio first, then set up quick talks that brought Lingard to Corinthians.
- Martins said Memphis Depay vouched for the club and life in São Paulo, and Goal reported Lingard turned down MLS interest from the New York Red Bulls.
- Corinthians are 14th with 10 points from nine matches and host Internacional on Sunday, while Lingard is on a reported nine‑month deal that can extend if he reaches appearance targets.