Sturridge is not one of Klopp’s favourites for the striker’s position
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The system Liverpoolare playing in this season has no room for an out and out striker. The 4-3-3 formation with Roberto Firmino operating as the focal point of the attack worked wonders for the Reds until December but in the process, the two strikers Daniel Sturridge and Divock Origi, have hardly playeda part.
Klopp wants all his players to contribute in every department which has affected the natural game of both the number nines when they are on the pitch.
Many would say that Liverpool’sdefence is responsible for their poor run of form, lately, but the blame should be laid on the strikers, too. The Reds’defence has always been poor, and the tactic of outscoring the opponentsis not possible for the whole of the season. It is still not too late for Klopp to start using Sturridge up front, in a system where he is comfortable – like a 4-2-3-1 formation – with the likes of Mane,Coutinho and Firmino behind him.
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Snehanjan Banerjee
Snehanjan is a journalist at Sportskeeda covering European football news. A hardcore Liverpool fan for over two decades, he has been covering the game since the past 8 years and always strives to give readers relevant, accurate and credible content.
Snehanjan developed an interest in football at a very young age, thanks to his father watching football on TV. His favorite player is club legend Steven Gerrard and his favorite manager is another legend in Jurgen Klopp. The ‘Miracle of Istanbul’ i.e., Liverpool beating AC Milan in the 2005 UEFA Champions League final left an indelible mark on him. He believes that Liverpool is a family unlike other top clubs, which sets them apart.
Snehanjan also follows Indian Super League and the I-League, although the latter is closer to his heart. If he could change a rule in football, it would be VAR not pointing out mistakes of on-field officials unless they are clear and obvious errors. Outside the football world, Snehanjan likes to explore the various genres of music and watch movies and shows on OTT. He’s also a car enthusiast and likes to follow the automobile world.
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