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English Premier News :: Lampard set to miss Man Utd clash

Posted on 2008-04-25 by Gooner

Frank Lampard is set to miss Chelsea's Premier League showdown against Manchester United on Saturday following the death of his mother from pneumonia.

The England midfielder did not train on Friday, and Chelsea manager Avram Grant said: "I think he will not play. Football is very important, but there are things that are more important."

However, Grant hinted that the final decision rested with Lampard, adding: "Frank is a professional with full commitment to the team."

Pat Lampard, 58, died on Thursday after being admitted to hospital on 14 April. She was the wife of West Ham legend Frank senior.

Lampard, 29, sat out the Premier League games against Wigan and Everton to be at her bedside, but played in Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg at Liverpool after his mother's condition improved.

His participation in Tuesday's second leg at Stamford Bridge is also in doubt.

Sourced From : BBC Sport

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