Lampard was sacked by Chelsea’s former owner Roman Abramovich in January 2021, and his return was intended to be a short-term solution until the end of the season. His attention will now turn to Wednesday’s Champions League quarter-final first leg against holders Real Madrid.

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Meanwhile, Manchester United and Newcastle consolidated their places in the Premier League’s top four with victories over Everton and Brentford respectively. United boss Erik ten Hag took aim at the congested fixture schedule after Marcus Rashford limped off nine minutes from time, calling for better player protection. Newcastle’s 2-1 victory over Brentford was their fifth consecutive win, elevating them above United on goal difference.

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