Fank Lampard could be contacted by the English Football League over his reaction to Leeds United supporters in the wake of Coventry City's 2-0 defeat at the CBS Arena.

That is according to ex-FIFA referee Keith Hackett as the Whites stretched their lead at the top of the Championship to five points.

Ex-Derby County boss Lampard responded to jibes from the away end after the final whistle. The Sky Blues head coach appeared to cup his ear and make a scoreline gesture in response to chants from United supporters throughout the clash.

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Lampard, one of the most decorated footballers in Premier League history, allegedly referenced the Rams' 4-2 play-off semi-final second leg win over the Whites in the 2018/19 season. The result booked County's place in the showpiece final where they were beaten by Aston Villa.

Lampard refused to comment on the gestures made at the full-time whistle, saying: "I don't want to talk about that."

Former Premier League official Hackett told MOT Leeds News: “The statement that was issued on the actions of players over celebrating was made by the Premier League spokesperson, not a member of the EFL. The EFL may have a different approach.

“However, the actions by Frank Lampard are not advisable and he may well receive a letter from the authorities giving him some operational advice. The police and clubs work hard behind the scenes to control and manage spectators. It’s so important for crowd safety.”

There is no love lost between Lampard and United. Lampard was also at the forefront of the Rams' response for the 'Spygate' incident where a Whites staff member was found to have spied on Derby's training sessions in the build-up to the fixture between the two sides during the 2018/19 campaign