• Fans sang
Italy international’s name for first time at Norwich• ‘He’s been a pleasure to work with,’ Lampard said
Frank Lampard has praised Jorginho as a player who can “own a game from midfield” and an inspiration even in training as the Italy international seeks to demonstrate his worth in the new regime at Chelsea.
Jorginho, a £54m arrival from Napoli, had suffered as a result of his close connections to Maurizio Sarri and the head coach’s preferred style of play last term, and his performances regularly sparked derision from the club’s support. Yet his display in the victory at Norwich last week had the travelling fans chorusing his name for the first time, and Lampard has been impressed with his attitude and ability.