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Chelsea boss Lampard declares Rudiger ready for Lille

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has declared Antonio Rudiger fully fit ahead of their Champions League clash with Lille tomorrow night.

The German defender has played just 45 minutes of football under Lampard, having had knee surgery in the summer, followed by a groin injury suffered in September.

"He is in the squad. It is good to have him back," said the manager.

"We have given him a lot of work. He has come through that and he looks fit and ready to go.

"I know he is hungry. He is a good defender, you miss those individuals. And then see what he can bring for us."

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