Derby County have appointed Chelsea legend Frank Lampard as their new manager.

The 39-year-old put pen on paper on a three-year deal with the Rams and takes charge immediately.

And Derby chairman Mel Morris explain that Lampard stood out during the interview process.

He said: "I'm delighted to have someone of Frank's calibre as our new manager.

"I've always been an admirer of Frank both as a player and a person, especially in the way he conducts himself both on and off the pitch.

"That impression was only re-enforced when we interviewed him for this role, his passion and humility shone through in equal measure.

"The board were unanimous that he was the stand-out applicant with many highly desirable and unique capabilities."