Former England midfielder, Frank Lampard, has been appointed as Everton manager.

The appointment of Lampard as Everton coach was confirmed via a statement issued by the club on Monday.

The statement read: “Everton Football Club can confirm the appointment of Frank Lampard as the club’s new manager.

“The former England midfielder has agreed a two-and-a-half-year contract until June 2024, and will take charge of the First Team for the FA Cup fourth-round tie against Brentford at Goodison Park on Saturday 5 February.

“The appointment of Lampard comes after a robust recruitment process with several candidates being interviewed by the Club’s majority shareholder and Board of Directors.

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“The new Everton manager will be supported by a vastly experienced and talented backroom team made up of Joe Edwards as his Assistant Manager, Paul Clement as First Team Coach and Chris Jones as First Team Coach and Head of Performance,” the club stated.

Lampard began his managerial career with Derby County in 2018, leading the club to the final of that season’s Championship play-offs.
He was later appointed as the manager of his former club, Chelsea, in 2019.

Lampard was then sacked in January 2021 after 18 months in charge and was replaced by Thomas Tuchel.

Meanwhile, England midfielder, Dele Alli, has joined Everton from Tottenham.

The latest signing by Everton on Monday was disclosed by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, on his Twitter handle.

He tweeted, “Dele Alli to Everton, done deal and here we go! Full agreement reached with Tottenham, permanent move subject to medical in the next few hours. It’s done. 🔵🤝 #EFC

“Frank Lampard wanted Dele after van de Beek – official announcement later today.”

TheStar