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Petr Cech says Frank Lampard is one of "several candidates" to become Chelsea manager


Frank Lampard is only one of “several candidates” to become new Chelsea manager, according to club legend Petr Cech.

Cech, who has recently returned to Stamford Bridge as technical and performance advisor, is a key figure in the process to replace Maurizio Sarri in west London.

His former Blues teammate is the overwhelming favourite to take charge after leading Derby to the Championship playoff final in his first season in management.

But Cech insists the deal is far from done, with several other candidates under consideration for the role.

“The club has identified several candidates, the situation is open,” he told Czech News Agency. “Frank is one of them. Before the first team begins preparations we want to solve the issue of the new manager.

Cech insists Lampard to Chelsea is not a done deal

 

“The most important thing is to choose a new manager, it will be crucial in the context of further work.

“The coach will have ideas for the team, we will be completing the team for next season. He will have to look at the players and decide who will go to Japan.”

Lampard and Cech were teammates for a decade at Chelsea and won the Premier League, Champions League, Europa League and FA Cup.

Another of their ex-teammates, Claude Makelele, has backed Lampard for the job.

Lampard led Derby to the Championship playoff final in his first season in management

Makelele said: “At the moment, nothing is decided. For me, it’s good the ex-legends come back to the club. I hope so.

“I’m sure he wants to give everything for Chelsea. So, of course, I’m happy for this idea of the club to bring back a legend. He’s ready. He knows what is needed to bring success to the club.

“Frank is someone who is very professional, he focuses on details, focuses about the love he gives for Chelsea. I’m sure he will be a great manager for Chelsea.”

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