Lampard takes step closer to Blues role
Derby County boss Frank Lampard has taken a step closer to being named the new Chelsea manager after the Rams confirmed the coach has been allow further talks with the Premier League outfit.
Lampard has long been linked with a return to the Stamford Bridge, having helped guide Derby to the play-off finals in his first season managing in the Championship.
Derby have confirmed their coach has been allowed to hold further talks with the Blues and now Lampard is fully expected to take charge at The Bridge ahead of next season.
A statement from the Rams' official website read: "Derby County Football Club has excused Frank Lampard from reporting back for pre-season training on Monday and Tuesday to allow his discussions regarding a potential move to Chelsea to be concluded as soon as possible.
"The first few days of pre-season training will be focused on fitness training and will continue as planned under the guidance of the fitness, medical, conditioning and sports science teams at the club's Training Centre.
"On the assumption that Frank will reach an agreement with Chelsea to become their new manager, the club shall step up its efforts to find a replacement manager."
Chelsea are 25/1 to win the Premier League next season, while Manchester City are 4/6 to retain the title.
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Derby County boss Frank Lampard has taken a step closer to being named the new Chelsea manager after the Rams confirmed the coach has been allow further talks with the Premier League outfit.
Lampard has long been linked with a return to the Stamford Bridge, having helped guide Derby to the play-off finals in his first season managing in the Championship.
Derby have confirmed their coach has been allowed to hold further talks with the Blues and now Lampard is fully expected to take charge at The Bridge ahead of next season.
A statement from the Rams' official website read: "Derby County Football Club has excused Frank Lampard from reporting back for pre-season training on Monday and Tuesday to allow his discussions regarding a potential move to Chelsea to be concluded as soon as possible.
"The first few days of pre-season training will be focused on fitness training and will continue as planned under the guidance of the fitness, medical, conditioning and sports science teams at the club's Training Centre.
"On the assumption that Frank will reach an agreement with Chelsea to become their new manager, the club shall step up its efforts to find a replacement manager."
Chelsea are 25/1 to win the Premier League next season, while Manchester City are 4/6 to retain the title.
View all Soccer betting
Source: bet365.com
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