Five clubs that should look to sign Daniel Sturridge in the summer

#5 Beijing Sinobo Guoan

The passion of Beijing Guoan supporters is present for all to see

It wouldn’t come as a surprise to witness Daniel Sturridge swap the beauty of Merseyside for the wonders of China this winter. The Chinese Super League commences in just a few short weeks, and the capital’s biggest team are looking to finance a mega-money move for a marquee forward to assist in their bid to claim the Chinese Super League trophy.

Would a striker in the prime years of his career opt to swap regular Premier League football for Chinese mediocrity? Why not? Unlike the Premier League, the CSL is not renowned for the physicality and speed that dominates the majority of games. Sturridge has regularly struggled to maintain his fitness during this time because of the intensity of English football, and niggling injuries continue to occur.

Chinese football, in the end, might be seen as an attractive proposition. The large financial package he would receive would establish himself for many years beyond his retirement, the weaker physical demands could prolong his career, and also, not many top English clubs would be willing to create a role for Sturridge like he would desire – predominately becoming their number one player.