Frank Lampard limps off for Manchester City

Frank Lampard has lasted just 20 minutes of Manchester City's ongoing friendly encounter against Hamburg in Abu Dhabi.

The veteran midfielder appeared to be struggling with a hip complaint, which resulted in him being replaced by Scott Sinclair.

Although there is no official news as yet regarding the severity of the problem, it may rule the 36-year-old out of a return to his former club Chelsea when they play host to City at Stamford Bridge on January 31.

The ex-England international has scored seven goals from his 21 appearances for the champions so far this season.