Fri Nov 29, 2024 7:36 am
Speaking in his first press conference with the Sky Blues' media team, Lampard said: "I’m absolutely delighted to be here, a club that I’ve got huge respect for in terms of its history and tradition.
"I grew up in eras where Coventry have been very successful. To be given the role of head coach is a huge deal for me, to come in and try and help with the good work and foundations I think have already been laid at the club.
Coventry's new era will begin this Saturday, with Lampard's opening fixture against Cardiff City, a side below the Sky Blues by just one point. A win would be the optimum start and would help begin to get the whole club looking up rather than down.
Ultimately, this season will likely be a case of securing a mid-table position unless the former Derby manager can get his side firing on all cylinders.
If he can, then it will prove a worthy appointment and King will be glad he took a chance on the 46-year-old.