Sturridge tallied an assist in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Leicester City.

Returned to the starting XI and in a central role—flanked by Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane, both of whom are also comfortable playing up the centre of the park—Sturridge provided a lovely assist to Mane just after the half-hour mark to double the Reds' advantage. He made it to the 76th minute before being withdrawn with Liverpool up two. Fitness and form seem to go hand-in-hand with Sturridge, so when healthy, he's one of the top attackers in the Premier League; however, he's so infrequently able to maintain his fitness for any real stretch.

Manager Jurgen Klopp said that Sturridge's place on the bench for Saturday's match against Tottenham was simply a tactical change for the team, reports Sky Sports.

The comments came after the forward admitted frustration playing a wide role, but the manager said that Sturridge would play regularly and that there was no problem between the pair.

Sturridge (hip) is starting on Saturday against Burnley.

Sturridge was held out of Liverpool's Premier League opener last weekend due to his injury, but he'll slot directly into the starting lineup on Saturday in place of the injured Sadio Mane (shoulder). Sturridge is always a great threat in the attack, and while Burnley were good defensively in the Championship last season, they aren't likely to be as solid this term.

Sturridge (hip) is expected to be available to play on Saturday against Burnley, the Liverpool Echo reports.

Sturridge was held out of Liverpool's opening match of the season due to his injury, but it was not considered a long-term issue. However, given his limited training in the past few weeks, it wouldn't be surprising if he was on the bench for kickoff, with Roberto Firmino leading the line once again.

Sturridge (hip) is not in the 18-man squad to face Arsenal on Sunday.

Sturridge was doubtful to play due to his injury, and while he isn't likely to be out long-term, the club has no reason to rush him back before he's fully fit, especially with the whole season in front of him.

Sturridge (hip) is doubtful to play on Sunday against Arsenal.

Sturridge has been unable to train fully with the squad this week due to the injury, and given that it's just the beginning of the season, the club will try to err on the side of caution. If he does not start, Divock Origi or Roberto Firmino could lead the line.

Sturridge (hip) has not trained fully this week, and he remains questionable for Liverpool's Premier League opener on Sunday against Arsenal, the Liverpool Echo reports.

Given Sturridge's long list of injuries throughout his career, there is little reason for manager Jurgen Klopp to put him into the lineup before he's fully fit. If Sturridge is unable to play, Roberto Firmino could move up front, or Divock Origi could be used as the striker.