Lampard is about to follow Drogba to China

Despite being one of the most important players in Chelsea’s history, veteran midfielder Frank Lampard is likely to be playing his last matches in the blue shirt. Besides the US championship, many people also believe that Lampard will go to China to play football “in his old age”.

Lampard about to follow Drogba to China?

Rumours have been swirling about Lampard moving to the Chinese Premier League since March, with Guizhou Renhe even confirming last month that they were in talks with the England star.

Lampard's contract expires in June, but there is no indication Chelsea will extend his stay. Ahead of the Club World Cup final, Lampard said: "The ball is in Chelsea's court. I'm a Chelsea player, it's as simple as that."

“I had a great time here, but maybe nothing lasts forever.”

Lampard, 34, still believes he has more to contribute: “I’m not the type of player who likes to sit on the bench, I want to contribute. I can’t predict anything but I feel I can still play football at the highest level for another two or three years.”

“But it’s not for me to decide, it’s for the club. Whatever happens, I’ve had a great time at Chelsea. I want to play for a few more years and then think about the future.”

China has become an attractive destination for retiring football stars in recent years. Having been with Chelsea since 2001, Lampard would probably like to experience the atmosphere and culture of Chinese football, where former teammates Drogba and Anelka also play.

In November, Renhe vice-president Yang Xiaoyu told AFP that the club was “in talks with Lampard but nothing is certain yet.”

The Chinese Super League will start next March and Renhe will participate in the Asian Champion League for the first time in history. If Lampard plays in China, he will have the opportunity to receive a huge salary, because according to many sources, Droga and Anelka are being paid up to 300,000 USD/week by Shanghai Shenhua Club./.

According to (Vietnam+) - DT