Lampard returns to Everton as Premier League weekend approaches
Frank Lampard visits Goodison Park for the first time since his managerial tenure ended, with several storylines emerging across the weekend's fixtures.
At a glance
- Lampard makes his first return to Goodison Park since leaving the Everton job
- His previous tenure helped keep Everton in the Premier League during a turbulent period
- Jack Grealish unavailable for Everton due to disciplinary reasons
- Leeds play Tottenham on Saturday in another weekend fixture
Frank Lampard will return to Everton on Friday as manager of Coventry City. Lampard previously managed Everton during a period of instability at the club, and his appointment came after fan protests in 2022. The connection between Lampard and Everton supporters was credited as a factor in keeping the club in the Premier League that season.
Elsewhere in the weekend's fixtures, Jack Grealish remains unavailable for Everton following a disciplinary breach, though manager David Moyes indicated the player will return to training soon. Leeds will face Tottenham on Saturday.
Why it matters
Lampard's return marks a reunion with supporters who backed his appointment during a period of managerial uncertainty at the club.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — SportPremier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend
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