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Frank Lampard Says Chelsea Facing 'Big Challenge' in Champions League

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has said he's expecting a challenging campaign for his team in the UEFA Champions League.

The Blues qualified for Europe's premier club competition after winning the UEFA Europa League and finishing third in the Premier League last season. Their continental success also means they'll be one of the top seeds for Thursday's draw.

Lampard has said he is looking forward to being back in the tournament, though has conceded the club's inability to make summer signings will make things difficult for Chelsea on the European stage, per Adrian Kajumba of the Daily Mail:

"I think the Premier League is so strong and that's clear when you have two teams in the final.