Lampard reacts after his appointment as Chelsea manager

Chelsea have announced that club legend Frank Lampard has signed a three-year deal to become their new head coach.

The club's all-time leading goalscorer will take over from Maurizio Sarri, who left for Juventus after winning the UEFA Europa League and securing a third-place Premier League finish in his only season at Stamford Bridge.

"I am immensely proud to be returning to Chelsea as head coach," Lampard told the club's official website. "Everyone knows my love for this club and the history we have shared, however, my sole focus is on the job in hand and preparing for the season ahead.

"I am here to work hard, bring further success to the club and I cannot wait to get started."

He took to his IG page and shares a thank you message to his Former employees, Derby County and thr fans.

I'm his words: "I would like to say a special thank you to Mel Morris, players, staff and everyone who is associated with Derby County Football Club. It has been a fantastic experience for me and I feel privileged to have managed such a prestigious club. Most of all, I want to thank the fans who supported me and the team from the day I arrived in the City. I wish everyone the best of luck going forward. 🐑"
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