Frank Lampard is preparing for a key meeting with Coventry City in the coming days, as the Championship club narrows down its options for a new head coach to succeed Mark Robins.
Lampard is among a small group of strong candidates vying for the role, which became available after Robins’ long tenure with the club ended.
Coventry’s owner, Doug King, and his team have already sifted through an impressive pool of around 70 applicants to reach this stage.
The Head Coach Approach
While Lampard is seen as a frontrunner, he’s not the only contender under serious consideration.
King appears to be leaning towards hiring a head coach, rather than a traditional manager.
This shift in approach reflects the way Robins operated during his seven-and-a-half-year reign, and it’s a strategy that could shape the club’s future direction.
Additionally, there’s talk of possibly appointing a sporting director to strengthen the club’s leadership.
A Broad Search for the Right Fit
King has indicated that he plans to meet with both British and overseas coaches before making his final choice.
He will also seek guidance from performance director Dr. Claire-Marie Roberts and head of recruitment Dean Austin, ensuring a well-rounded decision.
Among those linked with the job are Lee Carsley, who is set to return to coach the England Under-21s after leading the senior team during the Nations League, and former Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy, who left his position earlier this week after Ruben Amorim took over at Old Trafford.
Lampard’s Experience
Lampard brings valuable experience to the table, having led Derby County to the brink of promotion in 2018-19 during his only season in the Championship.
His time in management also includes two stints at Chelsea, with a year spent at Everton in between.
Earlier this week, King commented on the recruitment process, stating, “We’ve received a huge amount of CVs from high-quality people, of which Frank is one.
We haven’t taken any steps on that yet… but with the international break, we’ll be reviewing everything and deciding who will make the final shortlist.”
What Comes Next?
As Coventry continues its search, the decision-making process will involve careful evaluation of all the top candidates, with Lampard’s potential return to management now firmly on the table.
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