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Jurgen Klopp gives backing to Daniel Sturridge

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says that Daniel Sturridge's struggles in front of goal could prove to be a "good moment" for the striker.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has backed striker Daniel Sturridge to return to form in the Premier League.

Sturridge has failed to score in seven league appearances this season, with his only goals coming in the EFL Cup victory over Burton Albion.

The England international could drop down to the bench for Saturday's clash with West Bromwich Albion, but Klopp has insisted that his player could be going through a "good moment" in his career.

The 49-year-old is quoted by Sky Sports News as saying: "This moment is a good moment for Dan. It is not easy. Most of his time in his life, football has been so easy because he is so skilled.

"The right moment, easy goal, simple goal. Every player struggles with this or this. Little problem here, little problem there. We had a game against Manchester United and, yes, it was not easy for him. We didn't play well, he didn't play with 100% confidence.

"And I think it is a very useful moment in his career. A big name: [Robert] Lewandowski. There were times when he didn't score."

Sturridge has not netted in the top flight since April 23.

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