Chelsea are preparing to announce the return of Petr Cech in a technical role that will kick-start an overhaul of the club’s football management and backroom staff.

Telegraph Sport exclusively reported on April 26 that Cech, the club’s former goalkeeper, was due to return in a role that would take on some of the responsibilities left behind by ex-technical director Michael Emenalo.

Cech’s formal title will not be sporting or technical director, but he will act as a link and advisor between the board and the first-team coaching and playing staff.

The 37-year-old was pictured inside Stamford Bridge with director Marina Granovskaia, appearing to be photographed and interviewed for his unveiling.

With Frank Lampard expected to succeed Maurizio Sarri, Cech is not expected to play a major part in the appointment of the head coach.

But his relationship with Lampard from their playing days together could be hugely beneficial if Chelsea do press ahead with a move for their former midfielder.