Ian Rush backs Daniel Sturridge to play big part in Liverpool's top four push

"I was made up that he didn't go in January and I hope he is still here next year."

Liverpool's all-time record goalscorer Ian Rush believes striker Daniel Sturridge still has a part to play this season but needs to fight for his place.

The England international has not started a Premier League match since scoring in the 2-2 draw at Sunderland, the game which signalled the start of a malaise which has seen the club exit two cup competitions and drop out of the top four.