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title: "Klopp lavishes praise on Sturridge"
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# Klopp lavishes praise on Sturridge

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has lavished praise on Daniel Sturridge following his recent run of form.

The Reds boss spoke following his side’s 1-1 away draw at Chelsea in the Premier League, shortly after Sturridge salvaged a point for Liverpool with a thumping strike from distance.

After a difficult period filled with several injury problems, Sturridge appears to be in a strong position to kick on for Liverpool. As quoted by the [Mirror](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/jurgen-klopp-believes-daniel-sturridge-13341601), Klopp hailed his striker’s fitness as the best its been since his appointment as manager.

![Mike Hewitt/Getty Images Sport](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2018/10/1043037372.jpg)

> He is in the best shape since I’ve known him, since we’ve worked together. Before that, he was in fantastic shape. He was always a bit unlucky with injuries and stuff like that. That’s how it is, timing in life is pretty important.

Sturridge has been utilised predominantly as a backup striker behind Roberto Firmino this season. However, the England striker’s form is sure to hand Klopp a selection headache as he continues to fire for the Reds.

> Now, the timing is perfect. We need him desperately and he is fit. He is so fit – the fittest Daniel I have known. So, all good.

The experienced forward will be desperate to turn in another strong performance this week as Liverpool compete in the Champions League once again, with a trip to Napoli ahead.