Lampard says he turned down ‘flattering’ offers after Chelsea sacking

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Former Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has received some “flattering” offers to return to management since his dismissal by the London side in January, but the 42-year-old said he will wait until the right opportunity comes along.

Chelsea dismissed club great Lampard after only 18 months in charge, following a run of five defeats in eight Premier League games that left them in ninth place. His replacement, Thomas Tuchel, has lifted the team to fifth.

Lampard has since been linked by the British media with the job of coaching the England Under-21 side, as well as posts from Premier League side Crystal Palace and Scottish outfit Celtic.

“I’ve had some opportunities that have come u…

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