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Man Utd midfielder Lingard: Playing for McClaren big influence on Derby choice

Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard is happy to be playing for Steve McClaren at Derby County.

Derby's style of play under head coach McClaren was a key factor in his decision to sign on loan.

"Yes, the style of play was a big pull but the head coach and the group of players they have here made the move a really attractive one," said Lingard to the Derby Telegraph.

"I know Tom Ince and Will Hughes from our time together in the England Under-21 squad, so that helps a lot as well when you know people at the club that you are moving to.

"This is a big chance to be part of a promotion push.

"The team have been winning and doing well, so I am going to integrate myself into the group that they have already got here but when I play, I hope I can make a big impact."

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