Frank Lampard has signed a new contract at Coventry that ties him to the club until 2029. The former Chelsea and Everton boss has enjoyed a hugely productive spell in the Midlands, culminating in promotion to the Premier League last season.And ahead of the Sky Blues first campaign in the top-flight in 25 years, Lampard has decided to extend his stay.Im delighted to have signed a new contract, its a real honour to represent this club, the ex-England international midfielder told the clubs official website.After the incredible work of everybody to get promoted and win the Championship, it was important to enjoy the moment, and we certainly did as a city.Our job then as staff, and for the players of course, is to firstly recharge but also focus on what we want to do and what we need to for next season. Theres a lot of work to do on and off the pitch as a football club, so those things have been on going.Im looking forward to getting back with the players, to see them all and get ready for the new season.Id like to thank everyone at the football club. The fans first and foremost for how theyve supported the team, myself and my staff in allowing us to get to where weve got to. The spirit and togetherness we created last year was something great to be part of and now we want to continue it.Coventry owner King delighted Lampard has opted to stayLampard took over in November 2024 and masterminded a run to the play-offs where they were beaten by eventual winners Sunderland.They topped the Championship from virtually start to finish last season with Lampards overall record at the club reading 45 wins in 82 games.Coventry owner and executive chairman Doug King said: I am absolutely delighted that Frank and his team have signed the contract, so to speak.Since arriving in November 2024, our club has been on a huge upward trajectory under his leadership and it is absolutely fitting after Championship glory last season that he leads us into our first Premier League season for a generation. Topics Coventry City F.C. Frank Lampard Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Lampard urges Coventry fans to stay excited as Premier League planning begins Mitch Fretton 4th May, 2026 Ipswich secure Premier League return as Hull earn final play-off spot Nicholas McGee 2nd May, 2026 Coventry 3-1 Wrexham: Champions dent Welsh clubs Premier League hopes with late goals Jon Fisher 26th April, 2026 Lampard in his happy place at Coventry amid links of Chelsea return Nicholas McGee 23rd April, 2026 Frank Lampard hails special Coventry after promotion to Premier League Mitch Fretton 17th April, 2026 Championship scores today: Reports, results, goals including EFL highlights Ben Miller 4th April, 2026
