Frank Lampard Named Coventry City Head Coach

Former Chelsea and England midfielder Frank Lampard has been appointed as the head coach of Coventry City on a two-and-a-half-year contract.

The 46-year-old takes charge with Coventry sitting 17th in the Championship, just two points clear of the relegation zone.

Lampard succeeds Mark Robins, who was dismissed earlier this month after a seven-year tenure, marking the first managerial change under club owner Doug King, who completed his takeover in January 2023.

This role will be Lampard’s fifth in management, following previous stints at Derby County, Everton, and two separate spells at Chelsea. Since his last role as interim manager at Stamford Bridge concluded in May 2023, he has primarily worked in media.

Lampard’s debut as Coventry City manager will be a home fixture against Cardiff City on Saturday.

Joe Edwards and Chris Jones will join Lampard’s backroom staff, while first-team coach George Boateng has departed the club.

“I am delighted that Frank Lampard has agreed to join our club as head coach,” said Coventry owner King.

“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.”

Lampard is the son of former West Ham United legend, and twice-capped England left-back, Frank senior. He is also nephew of another Hammers great, and former boss, Harry Redknapp.