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Lampard announces New York City FC departure

Frank Lampard has announced that he is leaving New York City FC when his contract expires at the end of 2016.

The Chelsea great signed for the new American franchise in 2014 but initially spent a season with parent club Manchester City in the Premier League.

Having arrived in the at Yankee Stadium midway through the 2015 MLS season, the 38-year-old has gone on to score 15 goals in 31 appearances.

Lampard teased on Instagram that he would be making an announcement regarding the "next stage" of his career soon, while also saying: "As my time at NYCFC comes to an end, I would like to thank so many people for the kindness and support that they have shown me over the last two years.