Brooking talks Frankly about ‘flop’ Ballack

TREVOR BROOKING believes Michael Ballack’s presence at Chelsea has dulled Frank Lampard’s predatory instincts and claims the Germany midfielder has been a flop at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea enter Saturday’s FA Cup final against arch-rivals Manchester United without Ballack who misses the Wembley showpiece as he continues his recovery from ankle surgery.

The 30-year-old has been a major disappointment since joining on a free transfer from Bayern Munich last summer.