The Blues have lost five of their last 10 games and the former Napoli manager is reported to be edging closer to the axe. Derby boss Lampard would be a popular successor given his status as the Blues' record goalscorer and magnificent playing career with the club. But he insists he remains fully focused on Derby's promotion push after a disappointing 1-0 home defeat to struggling Millwall on Wednesday night. (Image: Phil Westlake/News Images/REX/Shutterstock)"Nothing surprises me in football," Lampard said "There will be links all over the place. "My focus was absolutely on Millwall and will remain the same for Nottingham Forest.”(Image: Getty Images)Another Blues legend, Gianfranco Zola, has also been linked with the job.

Source: Daily Mirror February 21, 2019 18:22 UTC