Mourinho Told Lampard He Was Best Player in World

Former England star reveals the special one's ultimate compliment.

What happened. Frank Lampard revealed that Jose Mourinho once told him he was the 'best player in the world'.

• Mourinho's praise came during his time as Chelsea manager.
• Lampard is a former England international and Chelsea legend.

The revelation highlights the mutual respect between the two football figures.

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