Frank Lampard says he has already made a decision on whether to recall Kepa Arrizabalaga for Chelsea’s game against Manchester United.
Lampard refused to reveal the decision when speaking at a press conference on Friday.[phone]
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But the Chelsea manager praised keeper Kepa for his reaction to being dropped prior to the winter break.
Lampard opted to pick Willy Caballero in goal for the 2-2 draw at Leicester after a number of mistakes by Kepa.
“Kepa’s reaction has been good, as I would expect. I haven’t had lots of conversations with him,” Lampard said.
“I deal with the players as it feels right. I am open and straight with them.”
Lampard also insisted that the huge transfer fee Chelsea paid for Kepa will in no way influence his decision-making when it comes to team selection.
Lampard said: “It doesn’t matter when you came to the club. I don’t take into account the fee. It’s the training that counts.
“It wasn’t about giving him a jolt. It was just a selection on that day. I want everyone’s reaction spot on.
“I know how it will feel for him. I had it in my career, it is part and parcel. I am pleased with the reaction.”
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recall kepa to the starting xi and i knew he will learn from his mistakes
Lampard was right, when he droped kepa.so that he(kepa) can learn from his silly mistakes during game time. up super Franky.