Frank Lampard s temporary reign at Chelsea is a risky gamble but could well pay off for the beleaguered club, believes Rafael Benitez.
Former Blues head coach Lampard returned to his former post on a short-term basis on April 6 following Graham Potter s dismissal.
Yet with three losses from his first three games in charge, it has been far from a glowing reunion for the club s record goalscorer.
Benitez, who led Chelsea as interim boss himself for the bulk of the 2012-13 season, feels there is still time for Lampard to effect a turnaround.
It was a surprise for everyone [re-appointing Lampard], but he has been there for many years and knows the players, Benitez told the Telegraph.
It s a risky gamble that we will only be able to assess, as almost…