Overview
- The club confirmed a mutual decision not to renew his contract following in-depth talks.
- His farewell appearance is set for the AFC Champions League Elite match against Melbourne City on Dec. 10 at Seoul World Cup Stadium.
- The 32-year-old will become a free agent after the match, with his next destination not yet determined.
- Across about 66 games for Seoul, Lingard logged 18 goals and 10 assists and was handed the captain’s armband on occasions.
- A marquee K League signing who lifted the club’s profile, he helped Seoul finish fourth in 2024 and sixth in 2025 but did not win silverware.