FRANK LAMPARD has reportedly made a bid to sign one of his former Chelsea players.

is on the hunt for reinforcements for his side for their first campaign in 25 years.

Coventry City Manager Frank Lampard holding the EFL Championship trophy.Frank Lampard guided Coventry City to the Premier League last season Credit: ALAMY Coventry City Manager Frank Lampard kisses the Sky Bet Championship trophy.The Sky Blues boss has made six additions to his squad this summer Credit: SHUTTERSTOCK

The Sky Blues have made six signings so far this summer, the most expensive being Ghana international Caleb Yirenkyi.

And according to Tuttosport, Lampard has eyed one of his former players to be his seventh arrival.

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They claim he’s attempted to try prise Rueben Loftus-Cheek from ‘s clutches.

The Italian outlet says Milan received an £ 8.5 million offer for the midfielder, who played 12 games under Lampard during his time at .

The Rossoneri are said to have flat-out rejected the approach for the former England international.

Manager Ruben Amorim reportedly shut down the prospect of selling Loftus-Cheek.

And the former Blues star is now said to be in line for a new contract at the San Siro.

A new contract is something Lampard inked at the Coventry Building Society Arena earlier this summer.

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The 48-year-old said: “I’m delighted to have signed a new contract, it’s a real honour to represent this club.

“After the incredible work of everybody to get promoted and win the Championship, it was important to enjoy the moment, and we certainly did as a city.

“Our job then as staff, and for the players of course, is to firstly recharge but also focus on what we want to do and what we need to for next season.

“There’s a lot of work to do on and off the pitch as a club, so those things have been ongoing.

“I’m looking forward to getting back with the players, to see them all and get ready for the new season.

Ruben Loftus-Cheek celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal.Coventry City have reportedly had a £8.5million bid for Ruben Loftus-Cheek rejected by AC Milan Credit: AFP Chelsea head coach Frank Lampard instructs Ruben Loftus-Cheek.Frank Lampard coached Loftus-Cheek during his first stint in charge of Chelsea Credit: Getty

“I’d like to thank everyone at the football club.

“The fans first and foremost for how they’ve supported the team, myself and my staff in allowing us to get to where we’ve got to.

“The spirit and togetherness we created last year was something great to be part of and now we want to continue it.

“Thank you to Doug King as well for giving me the opportunity to come to this football club and for his support of us.

“We work together and we know there’s a lot to do but we’re going to give it everything.”