Cesar Azpilicueta prepares for friendly against Barcelona
Chelsea endured a turbulent season under Maurizio Sarri last time out but still managed to finish third in the Premier League and take home the Europa League trophy.
Supporters are feeling positive this summer, despite the club’s ongoing transfer ban, after Lampard was named as Sarri’s replacement, but could they clinch more silverware next season?
Azpilicueta believes it’s a possibility, and named three reasons why Chelsea could secure an unlikely title triumph despite the ‘gap’ that has been opened up by Liverpool and Manchester City, who finished 25 and 26 points ahead of the Blues respectively last term.
"Well the truth is that last year they opened a big gap,” the Spaniard told Sky Sports.
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Cesar Azpilicueta makes Chelsea title claim despite Liverpool and Man City confession (Image: GETTY)
One man who is not so optimistic about Chelsea’s chances off success is Liverpool legend Steve Nicol, who has sent Lampard a stark warning.
“I’m worried for Chelsea,” Nicol said on ESPN FC.
“I’m certainly worried for Frank.
“Whoever manages Chelsea, it’s going to be tough for them.
Cesar Azpilicueta makes Chelsea title claim despite Liverpool and Man City confession (Image: GETTY)