Sacked Lampard steps out for deserved launch
Frank Lampard has been spotted for the first time since he was sacked as Everton manager last month, as he and his wife Christine went for some lunch at The Ivy in Chelsea Garden.
The 44-year-old kept a low profile as he wrapped up warm for the outing, dressing all in black while wearing a beanie and gilet when he visited the swanky restaurant.
Their trip out for some lunch in west London comes over a week after he was dismissed from his role as Everton’s manager following the team’s disastrous run of form.
The Chelsea legend was sacked after a 2-0 defeat by West Ham, which was the Toffees’ 11th loss in their last 14 games in all competitions.
Last Thursday, Lampard broke his silence on his sacking as he took to social media in which he admitted he was ‘disappointed’ that he couldn’t achieve more at Goodison Park.
Alongside a photo of him celebrating alongside Everton fans, he wrote: ‘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.’
The former Chelsea and Derby boss was told his 357-day spell in charge had come to an end during a phone call with Farhad Moshiri, Everton’s major shareholder.
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Lampard had 18 months left on the contract he signed on January 31 last year.
It has been a hugely challenging time for Lampard, who had a grown to have a huge affinity for the club, was enjoying living in the North West and was desperate to bring success to a set of fans who had never given him anything other than public support.