Kepa took aim at Frank Lampard's methods after his first arrival at Stamford Bridge, but those criticisms could now return to him as the Englishman returns to lead the Blues.
Kepa has been warned to prepare for a difficult time under interim Chelsea manager Frank Lampard
Kepa has been warned to prepare for a difficult time under interim Chelsea manager Frank Lampard
Kepa has been warned he will have to prepare for a "difficult" period under the return of Chelsea manager Frank Lampard.
The Spaniard started Lampard's first term as Blues manager as first choice goalkeeper but lost his place to Edouard Mendy. After Lampard was replaced by Thomas Tuchel, Kepa launched an extraordinary attack on the English reign.
It was an attack that could now return to bite him as Lampard has been rehabilitated at Stamford Bridge. The Blues legend will be in charge for the rest of the season, with Todd Boehly sacking Graham Potter after 31 lousy games. And former Chelsea hero Mario Melchiot, who has made more than 100 appearances for the club, believes Kepa could be here for a difficult few months. The Dutchman warned Kepa that he had made a mistake by targeting Lampard and warned the others not to speak up.
“Do you know how difficult it is for Kepa to be in the dressing room? You tried your trainer and these ten coaches come back and now you have to sit with him. Oh my God… So, Kepa, I don't know what he's going to do," Melchiot told ESPNFC. "The only piece of advice I'd give any footballer:
Never talk about your coach in public, always do it in person. Don't do it in public, keep your mouth shut. You can see him again.
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Kepa takes aim at Lampard's methods after England player's sacking
Kepa takes aim at Lampard's methods after England player's sacking
Kepa made 33 Premier League appearances in Lampard's first season, but his role dwindled once Mendy arrived at Stamford Bridge. In Lampard's absence, the keeper took advantage of the opportunity to launch a not-so-subtle shot towards the former midfielder.
"I have enthusiasm, ambition, desire to get started, have fun and above all to play more. To play more games. In the end, it is the coach who decides. What you have to do is play. give him the maximum possible reason for him to choose you," he told Marca in April 2022. “We came from a game that wasn't too complicated [with Lampard], where we didn't have to receive the ball from behind, a game that was less calculated, more about the freedom of expression of the players, back and forth and less control.
"With Tuchel we regained control. It is true that in the Premier League we are not close to the top two, but in other leagues we are very competitive. Our goalkeeper was very involved in the game. much, we have to be wary. , know where he hit.
“He forces you to make more decisions and plays a very important role in the way the team plays. Chatting with him is very easy, on a daily basis players can reach him completely. I feel the love and trust he has in me."
Kepa won Potter's trust, eventually regaining his place from Mendy. The Spaniard has made 29 appearances in all competitions this season but his chances may now be limited.
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