Ross Barkley Was 'Naive' To Go Out Before CL Clash - Frank Lampard

Frank Lampard accused Ross Barkley of unprofessionalism after row with taxi driver.

The Chelsea midfielder made headlines after being filmed arguing with a cabbie over spilled chips at the back of the seat.

Barkley was still picked for the travelling squad due to face LOSC Lille for their Champions League group stage fixture on Wednesday. The incident happend on Sunday.

“He is travelling with the squad,” said Lampard. “In terms of permission from Ross [to go out on Sunday], I don’t expect to be asked for that. To address the issue, he hasn’t breached a club code – the lads were given a day off. He hasn’t committed a crime, but I think he has been naive to be out before a Champions League game.

“He has admitted that. I like Ross, I have had no problem with him and he has admitted he made a mistake. I will take that at face value and move on.”

“It is my responsibility to tell them about their responsibilities,” Lampard continued. “I do it constantly, as do the staff in the academy. They live in a modern day.

“I don’t understand why, but people pick up their phone and video what happens. We have a very good bunch, good lads. I made mistakes as a player. I have confidence in them and they have to take on responsibilities on the pitch.”

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