Frank Lampard was hooked at halftime by Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini for yesterday's 2-2 draw at Arsenal.
The former Blues star did almost earn a delightful assist after he passed through the legs of Laurent Koscielny and onto David Silva, but the ball was cut out and it was to be the highlight of a disappointing 45 minutes for Lampard.
City boss Manuel Pellegrini made the cut-throat decision that Lampard's City debut wouldn't extend the half-time break.
With City ahead after a first half goal from Sergio Aguero, Samir Nasri replaced Lampard in a change that may well signal the end of his time in the Premier League, reports the Mail on Sunday.
