Speaking to NetBet, Hateley said: “When you’re coming up, everything is a risk. “It’s not about playing great football, it’s about having a belief you can stay in the league. “Frank Lampard knows what it’s about to be at both ends of the table and what’s required. “It’s been a long time coming but it’s an exciting time for Coventry. “It’s up to the ownership to invest in all of that loyalty the supporters have shown for a long time.”