Dennis Wise admits his “love” for fellow Chelsea legend Frank Lampard who he’s backing to be a hugely successful manager back in the stadium Coventry City fans can now call home.

Wise, who had a brief but hugely memorable half season spell at the previously named Ricoh Arena in its first year open before hanging up his boots at the age of 38, is fondly remembered by Sky Blues fans for his huge influence including six goals in 13 games.

He’s also, like Lampard, a true legend at Stamford Bridge where both enjoyed glittering playing careers. And the 58-year-old has been keeping a keen eye on the City boss’s post playing career in recent years, telling skybet.com : “I love Frank Lampard, and I love what he’s doing. Back when I was CEO of Como, he was someone I thought about bringing

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