Frank Lampard: How Chelsea Could Line Up Under Caretaker Boss

• Frank Lampard's return to Stamford Bridge will see the tactician seek identity with a preferred XI
• Mason Mount is expected to be one of the biggest beneficiaries of Lampard's reunion with Chelsea
• The midfielder was a mainstay figure under Lampard during the manager's first stint with the Blues

Frank Lampard is set to be in charge of Chelsea for the remainder of the season after he made a stunning return to Stamford Bridge.

The English boss was named the Blues' caretaker manager on Thursday, replacing Graham Potter, who was shown the door last Sunday.

Lampard's reunion with the West Londoners came just two years after he was sacked at the Bridge, with Thomas Tuchel succeeding him.

The legendary midfielder's immediate assignment will be helping to steady the ship at Chelsea, with the club currently sitting 11th in the Premier League standings.

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However, the Stamford Bridge dwellers are still firmly in the Champions League and are set to battle Real Madrid in the quarter-finals.

Lampard to tweak his starting XI

Perhaps one thing Lampard is expected to implement immediately after his return is tweaking the team to fit his philosophy and style of play.

According to The Mirror, players who played under Lampard in his first stint are expected to feature prominently following his return.

That would see a number of players sacrificed, with the publication claiming Mason Mount is one of the standout players who will return to the fold.

Lampard is likely to draft Eduard Mendy in the starting XI, with Kepa dropping to the bench.

Ben Chilwell and Reece James are expected to continue as wingbacks, with Wesley Fofana and Kalidou Koulibaly/Thiago Silva partnering at the heart of defence.

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In midfield, N'Golo Kante is likely to partner Mason Mount, alongside Enzo Fernandez.

Lampard's biggest call will be upfront, but the caretaker boss is more likely to bring in Raheem Sterling to lead the attack alongside Joao Felix and Aubameyang.

However, it will be a delicate balance for Lampard, considering the caretaker boss will also have the pair of Christian Pulisic and Hakim Ziyech at his disposal.

Auba, Lampard chemistry

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Frank Lampard and Aubameyang were spotted sharing a joke during a recent Chelsea training.

The light moment between the two sparked excitement among Blues' supporters on social media.

A number of fans expressed hope of seeing the former Arsenal skipper feature in Lampard's starting XI.

Auba has struggled to make an impact at Stamford Bridge since his arrival from Barcelona.

He will be hoping to reignite his Chelsea career under the legendary English midfielder.