Former Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has been linked with a shock national team job.
The 45-year-old has been a free agent since his interim stint with the Blues came to an end last campaign.
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Lampard could now be returning to management but on the international stage after being linked a with to the Canadian national team.
According to the Telegraph, Lampard is on the shortlist of coaches for the Canadian football federation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Canada have been without a permanent head coach since John Herdman resigned from his post last year, with Mauro Biello taking over on an interim basis.
The report adds that Lampard is keen on returning to management after disastrous second spell at Stamford Bridge last season.
While Lampard played in North America during the end of his career, he has only coached in England with Chelsea, Everton and Derby County in the Championship.
Lampard spoke about returning to the manager earlier this year and says he is waiting for the right job.
"Yeah enjoying being with the family and looking to get back at some point," Lampard told talkSPORT in March.
"Hopefully something comes up that feels the right thing for me, I'm keen to get working again but as I reiterate, I am enjoying the [family life].
"I've enjoyed all the clubs I've worked with, they've all been big challenges obviously for different reasons," he added. "I enjoy trying to work with players, improve players, improve teams, so let's see what comes."
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