‘I understood the challenges … I want to thank Mr Abramovich’: Frank Lampard breaks his silence with a gracious remarks after being sacked by Chelsea – and says that ‘ it was a great privilege and honor to govern the club
Axed Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has said he is sorry to lose his job and admitted he had been asking for more time this season in his first public statement since being sacked his career with the club.
Blues legend Lampard released a response about his brutal sack on Monday night, telling fans he hoped he would be allowed to try to improve Chelsea’s fortunes this season.
Responding through the Association of League Managers, Lampard said: ‘It was an honor and privilege to manage Chelsea, a club that has been a big part of my life for so long.
Frank Lampard said he hoped for more patience to develop Chelsea before he was removed
The club’s top ever winner was sacked on Monday following disappointing Premier League results
‘First of all, I would like to thank the fans for the incredible support I have received over the last 18 months. I hope they know what that means for me.
‘When I took up this role I realized the challenges we faced in a difficult time for the football club.
‘I am proud of what we have achieved, and I am proud of the academy players who made the step into the first team and did so well. They are the future of the club.
‘I’m disappointed I didn’t get the time this season to take the club forward and take it to the next level.
The 42-year-old also shared his remarks on Instagram, receiving a deluge of supportive responses
Lampard thanked owner Roman Abramovich, who admitted it was difficult to beat him.
The pair enjoyed years of award-winning glory together when Lampard was a Chelsea midfielder
‘I want to thank Mr Abramovich, the board, the players, my coaching staff and everyone at the club for their hard work and dedication, especially in these unprecedented and challenging times. .
‘I wish the team and club every success in the future. ‘
Lampard had been under pressure after a hard-hitting five-stroke run in eight Premier League games, although he left abruptly earlier in the day still a surprise to many fans.
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich took the unprecedented step of explaining the relentless move as part of the club’s announcement, saying it was a ‘very difficult decision’.
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