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Julien Laurens questions Frank Lampard's Premier League capabilities

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 1:33 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Julien Laurens questions Frank Lampard's Premier League capabilities

Summary

French journalist Julien Laurens expressed skepticism about Coventry boss Frank Lampard's ability to succeed in the Premier League. Coventry City has struggled in their first four league matches, failing to earn points or score goals. Lampard's prior experience includes mixed results during his tenures at Chelsea and Everton. This season is seen as critical for Lampard, facing pressure to improve upon Coventry's current performance.

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Key Details

•Coventry City has no points and no goals in four Premier League matches.
•Lampard's Premier League record includes mixed results at Chelsea and Everton.
•Laurens questions if Lampard can turn Coventry's season around.
•This season is viewed as pivotal for Lampard's career prospects.
•Coventry spent significantly in the summer transfer window.

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1:33 PMYahoo Sports — 'Lampard might not be good enough for the Premier League'

What they're saying

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French football journalist Julien Laurens has questioned whether Coventry boss Frank Lampard has the credentials to succeed in the Premier League. Lampard himself has a mixed record as a Premier League boss during two spells with Chelsea - the second as a caretaker - and at Everton. "I don't know if Frank Lampard is good enough for the Premier League," Laurens told BBC Radio 5 Live.
— Yahoo Sports

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