Frank Lampard says Hakim Ziyech injury a factor in Chelsea’s dip in form

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard does not think it is a coincidence that Chelsea’s results have dipped since Hakim Ziyech (left) suffered a hamstring injury (Matthew Childs/PA Images).

Frank Lampard has admitted Chelsea’s slump in form has coincided with Hakim Ziyech’s injury absence.

Morocco forward Ziyech suffered a hamstring problem in Chelsea’s 3-1 win over Leeds on December 5, and has not played since.