Former Chelsea boss and the Blues legend Frank Lampard has finalised a two-and-a-half-year deal to become Everton’s new manager.The Goodison Park outfit is expected to announce their new signing on Monday, as he completed the formalities of his contract on Sunday.BREAKING: Frank Lampard has just signed his contract to be Everton manager. Pictured here with agents Leon Angel and Frank Trimboli. pic.twitter.com/HU7ofC2wpf— Jason Burt (@JBurtTelegraph) January 30, 2022 The 43-year-old replaces Rafael Benitez, who left the club earlier this month after a sole win in 13 games.Lampard was offered the job after Everton’s hierarchy conducted a final round of interviews on Friday.Vitor Pereira arrives at Goodison Park, scene 1, take 3The interviews included Lampard, Portuguese coach Vitor Pereira and current caretaker manager Duncan Ferguson.Donny van de Beek to Everton, done deal and confirmed! The decision has been made, here we go. Donny confirmed few minutes ago his choice to Frank Lampard. 🔵🤝 #EFCEverton joined the race yesterday, as revealed. They will cover full salary until June plus loan fee. pic.twitter.com/qsEHVBBQVT— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 30, 2022 Lampard is also close to securing his first signing after Everton agreed to sign Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek on loan until the end of the season. More activity may follow before the transfer window closes by the end of the day.PSG – NICE
