Frank Lampard reveals Chelsea regret, harsh transfer solution and the need to learn from Arsenal
As Chelsea prepares for their 33rd Premier League game against Arsenal, there's a sense of uncertainty at Stamford Bridge. The club is not having a successful season, and their future is uncertain with a caretaker coach, Frank Lampard, in charge, and no head coach appointed for next term. With a bloated squad, a number of players will not expect to be at the club next season. Chelsea is currently sitting in 12th position, 36 points behind the Gunners.
Since Lampard's return, the club has experienced five defeats, and Chelsea only managed to score one goal in January. With all of the top four still to play, things won't get any easier. However, Lampard is not concerned about his reputation at the moment.
He understands that his playing career has given him a level of comfort, and he doesn't have to worry about what negative implications might come from a difficult season. He just has to take decisions and enjoy working. He's realistic about how much he can change in a short period of time and knows that there are different priorities as an interim coach versus a coach with a four-year contract.
Lampard acknowledges that there are things that can be changed to improve the team's performance until the end of the season. However, these changes may not necessarily reflect in results because the Premier League is a tough competition. The club is struggling to score goals, and sometimes the solution can be harsh, as in the summer when players may have to leave.
Lampard believes that there's a lot to learn from Arsenal's model of consistency, and Chelsea needs to emulate that. He said: "I think Arsenal is a great example because the consistency they've shown for years and years is what every club wants to reach. Arsenal has shown it for years, and Chelsea has shown it in periods."
He added: "We're going to play against them, and it will be a big challenge because they are one of the top teams in the league. But I always think you have to focus on yourself and how you can improve. We can look at Arsenal and take what they do well, but ultimately we have to focus on ourselves."
Lampard also revealed his regret about the way he left Chelsea as a player, and he's keen to avoid repeating that mistake as a coach. He said: "I'm conscious of how I left the club as a player, and I don't want to leave Chelsea as a coach in the same way. I want to do my job to the best of my ability and leave on good terms. That's what I'm focused on."
In conclusion, Lampard is not concerned about his reputation and is focused on making the necessary changes to improve Chelsea's performance. He believes that emulating Arsenal's model of consistency is crucial for the club's success. Lampard also revealed his regret about the way he left Chelsea as a player and is keen to avoid repeating that mistake as a coach.
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