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Frank Lampard explains Chelsea's 'long term plan' as he opens up on new contract hopes
Frank Lampard is desperate to be a part of Chelsea’s exciting long-term future as he prepares to enter the final 18 months of his current contract.The Blues’ all-time leading goalscorer returned to Stamford Bridge as their new head coach last year, succeeding unpopular gaffer Maurizio Sarri in what were difficult conditions.Upon arrival in SW6 he was prevented from signing players due to the club’s transfer embargo, meaning a top-four finish was the most realistic target for his debut season after losing star man Eden Hazard to Real Madrid.Despite many predicting otherwise, Lampard guided Chelsea to fourth place in the Premier League last term, while also reaching the FA Cup final.And after splashing out almost £250million on a host of