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'I'm not giving up hope' - Derby owner reveals Lampard to Chelsea isn't a done deal

The Blues legend has been given permission to speak to his former club about their vacant manager's job, but Rams owner Morris says nothing is done

Derby County owner Mel Morris is hoping that Frank Lampard will remain in charge of the club next season, but said it is inevitable his manager will be appointed by Chelsea at some point.

Chelsea were given permission by Derby on Tuesday to begin talks with Lampard over succeeding Juventus-bound Maurizio Sarri as their new head coach.

The 41-year-old made his step into coaching with the Championship side in 2018-19 and came within one win of guiding the club to Premier League promotion via the play-offs.