Frank Lampard is close to being announced as Coventry City's new manager after concluding negotiations with club owner Doug King following the sacking of Mark Robins

Frank Lampard is reportedly to become the next permanent Coventry City boss. His career as a manager has yielded mixed results until now.

Frank Lampard is in advanced talks with Coventry City and is close to making his return to management following an absence of almost 18 months.

Frank Lampard is set to be announced as Coventry City's new manager by Thursday, following extensive negotiations with club owner Doug King. The former Chelsea and England midfielder is poised to end his 18-month absence from management after reaching an agreement in principle with the Championship side.

Frank Lampard has agreed his next role in management, with the Chelsea icon set to take on a Championship-level job