Following an impressive 2019-2020 season Frank Lampard has said he joined Chelsea as manager “to win” and “thrives off the pressure” at the club.
The Former Chelsea player is heavily backed by billionaire owner Roman Abramovich, Chelsea have been Europe’s biggest spenders so far with an outlay of £200m – and six major signings made.
The club were under a transfer ban last season, finishing fourth in the Premier League and losing in the FA Cup final against London rivals Arsenal.
Lampard said the arrival of the new players “changes the landscape”.
He said: “I didn’t come into the job to fight for fourth place or bring academy players in; I came here to win. Last year we couldn’t recruit and this year the club have made the decision to bring in players.
“It changes the landscape and we’re ready to work.”
Chelsea have Upgraded their Team in a buying spree as they signed German international Kai Havertz for £72m, as well as compatriot Timo Werner for £48m and England international Ben Chilwell for £45m.
Moroccan Hakim Ziyech has also made the move to Stamford Bridge for £36m, while defender Thiago Silva and Malang Sarr have joined on free transfers.
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