Jesse Lingard has made light work of a terrible playing surface in Seoul to find his shooting boots and put on a goalscoring masterclass.

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Ex-England star playing with a smile againMarquee addition for the K LeaguePassing knowledge on to those around himFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?

The former Manchester United playmaker has rediscovered a professional spark since stepping out of his comfort zone and heading to the Far East. Lingard has already been among the goals in the new K League season, while filling the captain’s armband for FC Seoul.

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He is an inspiration to those around him and millions across Asia, with the 32-year-old proving to be a marquee addition for South Korean football. Ex-England international Lingard has vast experience that he can pass on to younger team-mates.

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Lingard has been showcasing his talent in training, despite the pitch he is working on looking more like a beach – with the scorched grass on show in desperate need of some water. There was to be no stopping the star of the show as he carefully caressed a couple of long-range shots into the back of the net.