‘I love him, he’s a huge player for Chelsea’ – Frank Lampard says of Chelsea star
New Chelsea interim manager Frank Lampard has hailed Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount as a “huge player” for the club.
Lampard has been appointed interim boss until the end of the season – just over two years since the club sacked him.
The 44-year-old previously managed the Blues from July 2019 until January 2021, with Mount playing a key role under him.
However, Mount has endured a difficult season amid injuries, a lack of form and speculation around his future at Stamford Bridge, with his contract expiring next summer.
The 24-year-old has been an unused substitute in Chelsea’s last two games.
“Mason has always been a fantastic player for me at Derby and Chelsea,” said Lampard in his first press conference.
“I know he’s had a few slight injury problems. I need to speak to him and find out where he’s at, but I know what I get from Mason. He’s a huge player for Chelsea.”