Derby County have confirmed Frank Lampard as the club's new manager, with the former midfielder signing a three-year deal with the Championship side.
News the deal had been finalised came via the club's official website on Thursday following speculation Lampard was to make his first venture into management:
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The club statement included comments from Lampard on his first managerial position:
"I’ve always wanted to manage a club with a big tradition and history like Derby County, so this is a huge opportunity.