Sturridge close to Liverpool return

The forward is targeting a return to action when the Premier League resumes after the current break with the match at Crystal Palace on Sunday November 23.

Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has declared himself “happy to be back” as he steps up his anticipated return from a long injury lay-off.

The 24-year-old has not featured for the Reds since August 31 after a thigh strain sustained on England duty was followed by a calf problem picked up in his first session back with his club.