Ex-Chelsea manager Frank Lampard returned to soccer on Thursday when he was hired to coach Coventry City in the second division. The 46-year-old Lampard signed a 2 1/2-year contract. Lampard would bring a “clear understanding of exactly what is needed to succeed at the very top level,” Coventry owner Doug King said.

Frank Lampard outlines Coventry City plans after return to management - Lampard’s last job was an interim role at Chelsea last year but he returns to the touchline at the Championship club

Frank Lampard has spoken for the first time since taking over at Coventry City. In an interview with the club website, the new Sky Blues boss spoke of his pleasure at returning to football, at being with Coventry City and of his talks with owner Doug King.