William Gallas has already refused to rule out a sensational third stint for Frank Lampard at Stamford Bridge, suggesting that a successful promotion charge with Coventry City could pave the way.
Frank Lampard recorded a dismal 9% win ratio during his interim stint, the lowest of any Chelsea manager to take charge of more than three games. And upon his return, Lampard lost his first six consecutive matches across all competitions, including a Champions League quarter-final exit to Real Madrid.
Under his guidance, Chelsea suffered their first bottom-half finish since 1996, finishing the season with their lowest points tally (44) and fewest goals scored (38) in the Premier League era.
However, this season has seen Lampard’s managerial career reach its peak, with the Sky Blues securing automatic promotion to the Premier League just last night following a 1–1 draw at Blackburn.
This success has people wondering whether he could return to Stamford Bridge one day.
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William Gallas reckons Frank Lampard could manage Chelsea again
Speaking back in January after Enzo Maresca’s sacking at Chelsea, former defender William Gallas failed to rule out Frank Lampard returning to Stamford Bridge (as per Football.London).
“But you never know, he could go back. That’s why it’s good for him to improve and do something really good with another Premier League team in the future, maybe helping them into Europe in the Europa League or Champions League.
“That would give him more experience and then one day, we could see him at Chelsea again. But right now, I don’t know. The best thing that can happen for him now is Coventry City to go to the Premier League. That will be the best story for him.”
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Would re-hiring Lampard be a good idea?
Re-hiring Frank Lampard remains a high-risk gamble that divides the Chelsea fanbase. While his recent automatic promotion with Coventry City has rehabilitated his reputation, there remain doubts over whether he can cut it in the Premier League again.
For the BlueCo hierarchy, stability is currently the priority under Liam Rosenior. While Lampard’s legendary status and newfound maturity at Coventry are appealing, another return would likely be viewed as a nostalgic step backward rather than a progressive move forward.
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