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Carlo Ancelotti expects Frank Lampard to be fit for Chelsea's next game against Manchester United on Sunday. Lampard returned from over three months on the sidelines by appearing as a substitute for the final 15 minutes of the 1-1 draw at Tottenham Hotspur.
The midfielder was initially ruled out after undergoing hernia surgery and his comeback was subsequently delayed by a groin problem. His presence has been missed, particularly in recent weeks when Chelsea have won just one of their last seven Premier League games.
However, Blues boss Ancelotti is confident the England international will be back in the starting line-up for the clash with title rivals United at Stamford Bridge.
"We have a friendly game at the training ground for him on Thursday and he will be able to start the next game," said Ancelotti.
"He said he wanted to be more involved in the squad, to start from the bench and this is good for us.
"It is very important because he is an important player and he is able to manage this moment with experience and personality."
Carlo Ancelotti expects Frank Lampard to be fit for Chelsea's next game against Manchester United on Sunday. Lampard returned from over three months on the sidelines by appearing as a substitute for the final 15 minutes of the 1-1 draw at Tottenham Hotspur.
The midfielder was initially ruled out after undergoing hernia surgery and his comeback was subsequently delayed by a groin problem. His presence has been missed, particularly in recent weeks when Chelsea have won just one of their last seven Premier League games.
However, Blues boss Ancelotti is confident the England international will be back in the starting line-up for the clash with title rivals United at Stamford Bridge.
"We have a friendly game at the training ground for him on Thursday and he will be able to start the next game," said Ancelotti.
"He said he wanted to be more involved in the squad, to start from the bench and this is good for us.
"It is very important because he is an important player and he is able to manage this moment with experience and personality."