Frank Lampard impressed by Christian Pulisic's decision before Chelsea's pre-season tour

Frank Lampard congratulated Christian Pulisic for deciding to attend pre-season training with Chelsea before the scheduled date.

The 20-year-old signed a £ 58 million contract in January but was on loan to Borussia Dortmund for the remainder of the season.

Pulisic has completed the campaign with Dortmund and has been directly linked to the US national team for his Gold Cup campaign.

The winger impressed during the tournament but did not help the United States to win the trophy, beaten by Mexico in the final.

Pulisic is currently on vacation with her family, but has chosen to join the Chelsea team for their pre-season trip to Japan.

"Christian joins us on Tuesday," said Lampard.

"He had a short break, but he wanted to come back with us quickly, which I certainly appreciate.

"I appreciate that [coming to pre-season early after the Gold Cup]that's what I would have been.

"It's a big move for him in a big club, he's a very good young player.

He will only go one way in his career: he will ride and will be an important rookie for Chelsea. J & # 39; hope. I can not wait to work with him.

"It's important to start the season as well as possible. I know we have wounded. In Cobham, influential people occupy similar positions, so we will need him. "