Didier Drogba gives update on Frank Lampard move to Chelsea

Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has confirmed that his former team-mate Frank Lampard is in discussions with Chelsea to become their new manager.

Lampard has been heavily linked with a return to Chelsea but his current club Derby say that no talks have taken place, as reported by Sky Sports.

Chelsea are on the lookout for a new boss after the departure of Maurizio Sarri to Juventus.

During an Instagram live video, a fan asked Drogba who he thinks would be the best Chelsea manager, reports the Daily Mail.

Drogba replied: ‘The one who is in talks now to get the job – Frank Lampard.’

Asked further about the possible appointment, the former Ivory Coast striker said: ‘Relax! Relax!’

Lampard would be a hugely popular choice among the Chelsea supporters, with the former midfielder having enjoyed a trophy-laden spell at Stamford Bridge that saw him score 209 goals in 640 appearances.