Frank Lampard has ruled out a loan return to the Premier League during the MLS off-season, insisting he needs to rest following the culmination of a gruelling campaign.
The former England international enjoyed a commendable stint with Manchester City last season before moving to America to continue his career with New York City FC.
Reports hinted that the 37-year-old could secure a loan move to England once the 2015 campaign draws to a close to maintain his match fitness, but Lampard has rubbished rumours of a potential Premier League return.
"I wish I could have not had the injuries, but every player has to accept that injuries come along sometimes," Lampard said in the London Evening Standard.
"My aim now is to manage myself well for next season, to finish this season on a high, have some breaks at times, but keep ticking over, have a really good pre-season and throw everything into next year.
"I can't talk highly enough about playing over here.
"I look forward to having a full year, cracking in next year and hopefully starting the season well, getting into the play-offs, which I think we should be as a club, and having a real crack at it."
Lampard has made a bright start to life in the Big Apple, netting three goals and adding a further assist in nine MLS appearances.
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