Guardiola was only 37 when he took over at Barcelona in 2008 but went on to lead the LaLiga giants through one of its most trophy-laden eras.
Lampard took the Stamford Bridge job this summer at 41, becoming the first British manager under Roman Abramovich.
Zenden, who joined the Blues from Barca in 2001 – the same year Lampard arrived at Stamford Bridge from West Ham – insists his old team-mate is ready for the job and that he can be a success.
“I know Frank did very well at Derby County, so it was a good time for him to go to Chelsea.
“Guardiola was only young when he was appointed at Barcelona, so I don’t see why this is any different.
“He can do well, he is a clever guy and earned his stripes as a player. Who knows how it will go? But he is bright and deserves a chance,” Zenden said according to the UK Mirror.
