Former Everton head coach Frank Lampard has taken to social media on Thursday evening, to bid farewell to all associated with the Toffees.
The long-awaited news regarding Lampard’s future at Goodison Park, of course, was made official this past Monday.
This came in the form of confirmation that the former Chelsea boss had been sent on his way, owing to an alarming stretch of no wins from ten.
#EFC can confirm that Frank Lampard has left his post as Senior Men’s First Team Manager today.
Paul Tait and Leighton Baines will take training until a new manager is appointed.
— Everton (@Everton) January 23, 2023
The focus on the blue half of Merseyside, in turn, has since quickly shifted towards who exactly will be chosen to replace Lampard on the club’s bench.
To this point, Marcelo Bielsa and Sean Dyche have been the two tacticians most widely tipped for the role.
For Lampard himself, though, the wounds remain fresh.
Taking to his official Instagram account, ‘Lamps’ unveiled a heartfelt message, revealing both his gratitude at having had the opportunity to take charge of the Toffees, and disappointment with how his stint ultimately came to an end:
‘Coming in to Everton last year I knew we were in a tough moment and I will always be proud of the incredible work and support from everyone involved to keep the team in the Premier League last season. Thanks to everybody that played their part as the whole club came together. I will never forget the incredible night against Palace that we shared. I want to thank all Evertonians for the welcome that you gave to myself, my staff, and my family. It truly is a special club with a huge heart, and an incredible history. I’m disappointed that we couldn’t achieve more together and wish all the players and everyone at Everton FC the very best for the future.’
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