Chelsea tie fabulous for all at Morecambe - Adams

Derek Adams came up against Frank Lampard when Morecambe played Chelsea in 2021

Morecambe manager Derek Adams says another trip to Chelsea is fabulous news for all concerned with the Lancashire club.

They will head to Stamford Bridge in the FA Cup in early January after being paired with the Premier League giants in the third round draw.

For the financially-troubled Shrimps, it is a repeat of a tie in 2021 at the same stage in which Chelsea won 4-0.

"We've been able to get a money-spinner for the club, which is fabulous for the supporters, the players and the staff as well," Adams told BBC Radio Lancashire.

That match four years ago was played during the Covid-affected season with no fans inside the ground.

None of Chelsea's starting XI remain at the club from that day but Adams knows what a test his side, currently 22nd in League Two after a 2-2 draw at Tranmere Rovers, will have.

"There will probably be a big difference in the playing squad," he said.

"Last time, I think their playing squad was worth £280 million, it'll probably be double that this time. But that will be enjoyable for everyone involved."