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Frank Lampard, Oxford Reportedly Discussed Vacant Manager Position

Former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard has reportedly held talks about becoming the next manager of Oxford United.

Lampard, who played for West Ham United, Chelsea and Manchester City in the Premier League before calling time on his playing career in February, is meeting with the League One side about the vacancy in their dugout, per Sky Sports News HQ.

Oxford are "seriously considering offering the former England midfielder a first job in management," according to the report.

The report also revealed how Lampard would face some strong competition for the job: "Lampard is just one of a number of candidates along with Pep Clotet, who was Garry Monk's assistant at Swansea and Leeds, and more interviews are scheduled.