Frank Lampard returns to Chelsea as manager
Former star midfielder vows to keep London club in the running for top honours
04 July 2019 - 18:15
London — Frank Lampard promised to keep Chelsea competitive at the top of the Premier League after his return to the club as manager on a three-year deal was confirmed on Thursday.
Lampard won 13 trophies in 13 years and became Chelsea’s leading marksmen with 211 goals from midfield during a decorated playing career at Stamford Bridge. However, the former England midfielder has just one season of managerial experience having led Derby County to the Championship play-off final in May, when they were beaten by Aston Villa...
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