Sturridge is on the bench for Sunday's match against Man City.

After playing 105 minutes against Besiktas in the Europa League on Thursday, Sturridge will get a little rest, with Raheem Sterling leading the attack.

Sturridge came off the bench in the 62nd minute of Sunday's match against Southampton.

Sturridge surprisingly started Sunday's game on the bench, however, he still managed to take three shots during his short time on the pitch, although none of them were converted. Looking ahead, it's still unclear if manager Brendan Rodgers will keep Sturridge on the bench when Liverpool plays Manchester City this upcoming Sunday.

Sturridge is on the bench for Sunday's match against Southampton.

Sturridge sitting is a bit of a surprise given how well he's been playing lately and Liverpool's need for attackers against a stout Southampton defense. Raheem Sterling will lead the line for the the Reds, with Philippe Coutinho and Adam Lallana behind.

Sturridge, starting for the first time since August, assisted on Lazar Markovic's 15th-minute goal during Liverpool's 3-2 win over Spurs on Tuesday.

Sturridge led Liverpool with five shots, including two on goal, but he wasn't able to find the back of the net. He looks to be in classic form right now, and he'll continue to be pressed out there as Liverpool make a run at the top-4. Up next in Premier League play is a tough road game against Southampton on Feb. 22 before hosting Manchester City the following weekend.

Sturridge is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's match against Spurs.

Sturridge finally makes his return to the starting lineup after coming on as a sub in both of his last two matches since returning from multiple injuries. Spurs have been leaky at times this season and Sturridge's price in many daily formats is very inviting for Tuesday's clash.

Sturridge was subbed onto the pitch in the 56th minute of Saturday's 0-0 tie with Everton.

Sturridge only managed to get off one shot during his time on the pitch. He's still working his way back to full health and will likely be limited during Tuesday's match against Tottenham as well.

Sturridge is available off the bench for Saturday's Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.

Manager Brendan Rodgers said earlier in the week that Sturridge wasn't going to start, but he hedged on it later on saying he would analyze the situation leading up to the game. After returning recently from a five-month layoff, Sturridge is still trying to get back to full fitness, though it's fully expected that he'll make an appearance at some point Saturday.