OFFICIAL: Coventry City announce Frank Lampard as new head coach

Championship side Coventry City have announced in an official statement on social media that Chelsea legend Frank Lampard has been hired as the Sky Blues' new manager until June 2027. 

"Coventry City are delighted to announce the appointment of Frank Lampard as the Club’s new Head Coach. The 46-year-old has signed a two and a half year contract with the Sky Blues and will take charge of City for the first time this Saturday against Cardiff City at the Coventry Building Society Arena," reads the statement.

Coventry City Owner and Executive Chairman Doug King said on the Blues icon: "I am delighted that Frank Lampard has agreed to join our club as Head Coach. Frank cut his teeth in the Championship and knows what is needed in this League to be successful. 

"His experiences thereafter at Chelsea and Everton will ensure he brings to our talented squad clear understanding of exactly what is needed to succeed at the very top level that we as a Club are striving to reach."

November 28, 2024