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'In the Roman Abramovich era there are high expectations': Frank Lampard accepts he must deliver glory at Chelsea... but insists failure would not ruin his reputation from his playing days at Stamford Bridge

Frank Lampard has accepted that he must deliver silverware at Chelsea due to the high expectations from owner Roman Abramovich.

The 41-year-old remains the club's all-time record goal scorer following his 13-year playing career in west London, and is now targeting more trophies from the dugout.

But Lampard also hopes that, regardless of the results of his tenure at Chelsea, his reputation as a club legend is not tarnished.

Frank Lampard accepts he must deliver glory at Chelsea due to high expectations at the club

After being handed the reins in the summer following his first managerial role with Derby, Lampard has steered Chelsea into the Champions League spots.