David Moyes 'surprised' Jesse Lingard chose Forest over West Ham

Lingard enjoyed a successful loan stint with the Hammers two seasons ago. The 29-year-old scored nine goals in 16 matches to help fire West Ham into Europe

CHOICES: Nottingham Forest's Jesse Lingard during the pre-season friendly match at Meadow Lane, Nottingham. Pic: Zac Goodwin/PA Wire.

David Moyes admits he was surprised when Jesse Lingard chose Nottingham Forest over a return to West Ham.

Lingard, who was a free agent after leaving Manchester United, enjoyed a successful loan stint with the Hammers two seasons ago.