Jesse Lingard's timing on the pitch is often just right - and the Manchester United midfielder may have timed his trip to Dubai to perfection as well.
The UAE is set for a "rapid change in weather conditions" in the next few days with a big rise in temperature towards the mid 30s, according the national weather forecaster, so Lingard's rehabilitation trip could end up rather sweatier than he anticipated.
The 26-year-old midfielder has been in Dubai for a couple of days now and has been making the most of welcoming conditions compared to the United Kingdom.
Flying out to Dubai as part of players' injury recuperation is becoming a well-worn path for Premier League stars, who are welcomed by excellent facilities and privacy as well as the obvious climate benefits.
Lingard has been keeping his 6.2 million followers on Instagram up to date on his progress with regular videos of his workouts, which have included shuttle runs out on the grass, cycling on the static bike and weights sessions at the Nad Al Sheba Complex. He then embarked on the popular crossbar challenge.
He missed four matches after being forced off with a hamstring injury during the goalless draw with Liverpool last month, before returning in the FA Cup defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers last weekend.
It was decided he should work on his fitness rather than join up with the England squad for their Euro 2020 qualifiers this week. United are next in Premier League action against Watford on March 30.
Lingard and his United teammates were in Dubai in January for a warm weather training camp.
The likes of Arsenal's Danny Welbeck and Tottenham Hotspur's Dele Alli have also since been to the emirate in their bid to speed up their recovery times from injury.
Alli, 22, also found the time to visit well-known Dubai businessman Saif Belhasa' private zoo which features many exotic animals.
A number of Lingard's United teammates have also been forced to miss the international schedule due to injury.
Luke Shaw has pulled out of the England squad, while Anthony Martial will miss France's fixtures, Nemanja Matic is absent for Serbia and Romelu Lukaku is a doubt for Belgium.
Arsenal meanwhile will play Al Nasr in Dubai on March 26 to mark the official opening of the refurbished Al Maktoum Stadium.
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Premier League players in England's no-caps club
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James Maddison, Leicester City: Made the squad in October but was unused. Just a matter of time for the creative midfielder. Chance of a cap - 10/10. Getty Images -
Alfie Mawson, Fulham: Cost £20m and was tipped for big things but has struggled this season. Chance of a cap: 6/10. PA via AP -
Mark Noble, West Ham United: More than 400 games but forever overlooked. Chance of a cap - 2/10. Getty Images -
Troy Deeney, Watford: Proven in the Premier League and enjoying a decent season but not mobile enough. Chance of a cap - 4/10. Action Images via Reuters -
Ryan Bennett, Wolverhampton Wanderers: A mainstay at the back as Wolves impress. At 29, probably too old now. Chance of a cap - 3/10. Getty Images -
Conor Coady, Wolverhampton Wanderers: Calls in the media for the defender to be included after a super season. Chance of a cap - 8/10. Action Images via Reuters -
Michail Antonio, West Ham United: Came close a few years ago when an unused substitute but has slipped down the pecking order. Chance of a cap - 4/10. Getty Images -
Andre Gray, Watford: Has just about managed to reach Premier League standard but will never make it to England level. Chance of a cap - 3/10. Getty Images -
Will Hughes, Watford: Progress was stunted by injuries but now an important part of a vibrant team. Chance of a cap - 6/10. Reuters -
Charlie Austin, Southampton: Always a goal threat but offers little else and doesn't play regularly enough. Chance of a cap - 2/10. Reuters -
Jack Stephens, Southampton: His side have leaked goals and could be set for the drop. Chance of a cap - 3/10. Reuters -
Jamaal Lascelles, Newcastle: Powerhouse defender is now in his prime. Needs his side to move up the table and qualify for Europe. Chance of a cap - 7/10. Action Images via Reuters -
Marc Albrighton, Leicester City: Missed the boat when they won the Premier League in 2016. Hard worker but lacks fizz compared to Sancho and Sterling. Chance of a cap - 4/10. Action Images via Reuters -
Demarai Gray, Leicester City: Highly rated and still young, he needs a regular start. Chance of a cap - 9/10. Action Images via Reuters -
Rob Holding, Arsenal: Only a smattering of appearances for his club, though at 23 he has many years ahead and could get some Champions League action. Chance of a cap - 8/10. Action Images via Reuters -
Danny Simpson, Leicester City: Well down the pecking order now, his best years are behind him. Chance of a cap - 3/10. Reuters -
Jonathan Hogg: Huddersfield: Unfashionable midfielder set for relegation. Chance of a cap - 1/10. PA via AP -
Tommy Smith, Huddersfield: Well short of desired standard, set for relegation, Chance of a cap - 1/10. Getty Images -
Joe Bryan, Fulham: Left footers are few and far between but could be hampered by relegation. Chance of a cap - 4/10. Getty Images -
Marcus Bettinelli, Fulham: Has made the squad but since lost his place with his club. His time should come again with such a shortage of keepers. Chance of a cap - 8/10. Getty Images -
Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Everton: Has won a regular club start up front and impressed in patches. Has years ahead of him. Chance of a cap - 8/10. Reuters -
Bobby Reid, Cardiff City: Has made an impact but may not get another shot at the top flight if Cardiff go down. Chance of a cap - 4/10. Getty Images -
Sean Morrison, Cardiff City: Club stalwart but destined to miss out on international football. Chance of a cap - 2/10. Action Images via Reuters -
Jonjoe Kenny: Has played 13 times for England U21s and is being utilised intermittently by his club. At 22 he should develop further. Chance of a cap - 7/10. Reuters -
Joe Bennett, Cardiff: Experienced but at 28 is likely to be overlooked for younger players and has Luke Shaw well ahead of him. Chance of a cap - 3/10. Reuters -
Connor Wickham, Crystal Palace: Showed so much promise as a youngster but cruelly hit by serious injuries. Needs a season or two of regular matches and goals. Chance of a cap - 5/10. Getty Images -
Scott Dann: Injuries held him back just as he was impressing. Now 32. Chance of a cap - 3/10. Action Images via Reuters -
James Tomkins, Crystal Palace: Doesn't make the headlines but is a club regular. Chance of a cap - 5/10. Getty Images -
Joel Ward, Crystal Palace: Versatile but England need specialists and is short of Eric Dier's quality as the utility man. Chance of a cap - 2/10. Getty Images -
Ashley Westwood, Burnley: Has seen teammates Tarkowski and Heaton called up but hasn't made enough of an impact in midfield. Chance of a cap - 3/10. Reuters -
Ben Mee, Burnley: Has been consistent for a few years and if Tarkowski can win a cap, so can he. Chance of a cap - 8/10. Reuters -
Matthew Lowton, Burnley: Too much competition at right back and now 29. Chance of a cap - 3/10. Getty Images -
Glenn Murray, Brighton: Has shown that age is no barrier in the Premier League but it is when it comes to picking the England squad. Unfortunate given the paucity of strikers. Chance of a cap - 2/10. Reuters -
Solly March, Brighton: Rumours of interest from Arsenal for the midfielder. That would certainly help his cause after a decent season. Chance of a cap - 7/10. Reuters -
Dale Stephens, Brighton: The midfielder admits he won't get fans off their seats. Chance of a cap - 3/10. Getty Images -
Junior Stanislas, Bournemouth: Winger has a knack for scoring but is well short of international class and approaching 30. Chance of a cap - 3/10. Action Images via Reuters -
Jordon Ibe, Bournemouth: Has failed to fulfill his early promise although he declined switching to Nigeria. Chance of a cap - 5/10. Getty Images -
Andrew Surman, Bournemouth: Played for England U21s and declined an approach from South Africa. His time has now gone at 32. Chance of a cap - 1/10. Reuters. -
Dan Gosling, Bournemouth: Tough midfielder isn't assured of a place for his club. Chance of a cap - 1/10. Getty Images -
Adam Smith, Bournemouth: 11 U21 caps but well down the pecking order at right back. At 27, he needs to step up now. Chance of a cap - 4/10. Reuters -
Charlie Daniels, Bournemouth: Has done brilliantly to step up the leagues but has fallen short of international recognition. Chance of a cap - 2/10. Getty Images -
Steve Cook, Bournemouth: Another to step up the leagues and do well in the top flight. Chance of a cap - 4/10. Action Images via Reuters -
Simon Francis, Bournemouth: Nearing the end of his career. Chance of a cap - 1/10. Action Images via Reuters
