Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has reacted to the news that Frank Lampard has been sacked as Chelsea manager.
The duo enjoyed a rivalry on the field, but have experienced very different starts to their managerial careers.
Lampard was at the helm at Stamford Bridge for just 18 months before his dismissal, with a widespread feeling that he wasn’t given enough time to prove himself.
In a recent press conference, Gerrard said he’s “gutted” for his former England team-mate, but “it was no surprise” Chelsea were swift to oust Lampard as they’ve a history of doing it.
Take a look at the video below (via Football Daily):
🗣"I'm gutted for Frank, but he will be back before no time"
Rangers boss Steven Gerrard reacts to his former England teammate Frank Lampard's sacking from Chelsea pic.twitter.com/7s3z7jxifT
— Football Daily (@footballdaily) January 26, 2021