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It is very much in the nature of the game, the transition from a player to a manager is something that has been witnessed quite often in the past and it is something that is really interesting for a football fan.
From the old to the new, it's a fascinatingly new job that every player might shudder at initially but the challenge lies very much in how they take it on. Pep Guardiola, Zinedine Zidane, Luis Enrique and Antonio are glaring examples of successful managers who've had a capable transition from the role of a player to the manager.
The English Premier League has never been shy of boasting legends and its rich football over the past has produced numerous legendary players who have called time on their careers as time stretched their gaming period and age launched them into the dusk of their careers.
Amidst all of this, new legendary players are getting their coaching badges and are wilfully talking about their intentions of becoming future managers. Some have already entered into their first jobs. Here are 7 Premier League legends who can become very interesting managers as days roll ahead:
#1 Frank Lampard
It was not long ago when a beaming Frank Lampard arrived at the mid-lands to face an ecstatic press conference, a conference where he was hailed as Derby County's new manager.
For a Premier League legend such as him who's entered the golden books of Chelsea's history, English media had a familiar English face to get excited about and there was no denying that Frank was too.
" You can't take away the love you have for wanting to succeed" was one of the few quotes that stood out at Lampard's first press conference and he made it absolutely clear that he's worked under several managers, noted down distinct styles and he has a fair idea of how he will get his side to play football.
So far into the managerial career, he's had a fantastic start with his biggest success probably coming in the Carabao Cup as he knocked his former manager Jose Mourinho and Manchester United out of the tournament.
In the championship too, they've been in blistering form and they are just two points shy of the leaders Leeds United and are placed in the fifth position. As for the tactics, Lampard plays a flamboyant 4-3-2-1 or a 4-3-3 with his side having a good work ethic as they try to play quality attacking football whenever they've got the ball.
Mason Mount along with a few other youngsters have stood out in his short regime. Derby is just a beginning for Lampard and there is no denying that he's one Premier League legend who will become an interesting manager as days go by.
#2 John Terry
'Captain, leader, legend' as a phrase was not simply a myth when it was attributed to John Terry and such strong words definitely imply that he's a natural leader, perfectly suited to proceed ahead to lead a team.
Till last year, John Terry was a crucial centre-back for Aston Villa, trying ever so hard to get them promoted but Fulham spoiled their plans. Villa have suffered this season and the sacking of Steve Bruce paved the way for Terry getting into the managerial scene, this time as an assistant to Dean Smith.
Much of the decisions is of course left to the manager but there's a whole load of experience that will be gained as an assistant. One thing that can also be noted in Terry's favour is that he's worked under so many managers at Chelsea as the club was never shy of chopping and changing and part of the experience stems from there as well.
Aston Villa is a new beginning in his life and the path is laid out for him to proceed from here and become a future Premier League manager.
#3 Ryan Giggs
After a horror season under David Moyes, when Manchester United did away with the Scotsman, Giggs was kept as an interim player-manager and he did well for the four games he had at his disposal.
Working as an assistant under Louis Van Gaal, the Welshman got a good chunk of experience and he left after Van Gaal parted ways with the club.
In wide reports that flourished last year stemming out of Wales, Ryan was closely linked with the managerial job of Swansea City but ultimately it turned out to be unsuccessful. However, after Chris Coleman left for Sunderland, Wales took a chance and appointed him as the manager of the national team, which was a huge step up in itself.
He is still experimenting with his formations as he's played 4-3-2-1, 4-4-1-1 in different games but there is a lot yet to see. Giggs with decades of experience will be one to watch out for.
#4 Steven Gerrard
Cameras and flashlights blasted Steven Gerrard's face, illuminating a charm that spoke as Rangers appointed him as their manager. Glasgow had a new English face which in-fact wasn't a secret that was well kept.
"I feel Rangers was for me," said Gerrard in his first conference and it definitely marked that he was entering a new phase of his career as well " I have confidence that I can deliver here as a manager " was a second quote that did stand out. Three months into his tenure, Gerrard has shaken the roots a bit and has made a statement indirectly with his presence that Celtic's monopoly will be challenged and Brendan Rodger's team won't have it easy.
Hearts are leading the title race having gone 6 clear but Rangers are two points off the second-placed Celtic with 17 points. Tactical fluctuations have been eye-catching but Gerrard has cemented his style with his team playing 4-1-4-1 consistently.
There was no doubt that there was a lot of mess surrounding Rangers when he entered and he is slowly clearing it up. One day surely, Gerrard will return back to England and this time it will be as a manager of a football club.
#5 Michael Carrick
Jose Mourinho handed Michael Carrick one of the biggest opportunities of his life, by presenting the offer to continue working under him as a coach and Michael Carrick gladly accepted it.
As an extremely reliable midfielder, Carrick was underrated but there's a lot yet to see as to how he will become as a future coach. Carrick can definitely lead, he's had a great amount of experience by playing in the past, not only in United colours but also coming through the ranks at West Ham and then having a stint with Tottenham in London.
So far, one of the top praises has come from Paul Pogba as he stated that Carrick helps him watch a lot of videos and has also helped him improve on his positioning. The coaching scenario is a new venture for 'Carras' and he too has a lot of potentials and can go on to become an intriguing manager.
#6 Thierry Henry
Once Arsenal's golden boy, an invincible and a superb Premier League legend, Thierry Henry has come a long way. After a great period at Barcelona, Henry retired in America before proceeding into the coaching role under Roberto Martinez in Belgium as a second assistant coach.
Romelu Lukaku, Manchester United's leading striker heaped praise on Henry stating that the Frenchman was " very demanding " and has helped his positioning a lot which makes him avoid the off-side traps.
Henry's new chapter has begun as A.S Monaco came knocking on his door after they parted ways with Jardim and Henry took the opportunity with both hands. He was linked with Aston Villa but proceeded to take over at his former club.
Henry expressed clearly that he wants to emulate Guardiola's playing style but also instil the professionalism taught by Arsene Wenger. He is going to become a very interesting coach to watch out for and he has the potential to return to England definitely one day.
#7 Mikel Arteta
Arriving at Arsenal in 2011 after a great time at Everton, after the club let go of Nasri and Fabregas, few expected Arteta to become the leading light but the Spaniard did exactly what the few expected.
Cementing his place in the team, the midfielder went on to gain a legendary status by ending Arsenal's trophy drought and winning two FA Cups as he captained the side in two finals.
His career in coaching opened in 2016 when Manchester City appointed him as an assistant coach under Pep Guardiola and the experience he gained there went on in becoming a crucial fact of consideration when the Arsenal job opened up after Arsene Wenger left.
The job, however, fell to Unai Emery but Arteta is not going unnoticed. If he ever becomes a manager, he's going to combine the best of two worlds, the worlds of Guardiola and Wenger just like Thierry Henry is planning.
Arteta doesn't stand out in glory as the other legendary players mentioned above but he's a legend in his own way and amongst all the upcoming managers, he's one of the most interesting ones to have an eye on.
