Frank Lampard has announced that he will be leaving New York City FC, when his contract expires at the end of this year.
The former Chelsea midfielder, signed for the new American franchise in 2014 and spent a season with parent club, Manchester City, before joining up with the team.
Lampard arrived at the Yankee Stadium throught the 2015 MLS season and has gone on to score 15 goals in 31 appearances.
The 38-year-old confirmed on his Instagram page on Monday, that he is leaving.
“As my time at NYCFC comes to an end, I would like to thank so many people for the kindness and support that they have shown me over the last two years,” he wrote.
“My team-mates have been a pleasure to play alongside. The amazing fans have given me incredible support and backing.
“I have very much enjoyed my time and I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to play for such a great club and in such an incredible city.”
NYCFC coach, Patrick Vieira, added: “Everybody talks about Frank’s goalscoring record from midfield but, I can tell you after a year of working with him, he brings so much more to a team than just goals.
“What Frank has brought to the locker-room is something just as important – his experience, his elite mentality and his mentorship for the younger members of our squad have helped us greatly this year.
“It is clear that Frank has embraced playing in this league and for this club. I am grateful for his service in my first year here and I wish him the very best in whatever he chooses to do next.”
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