Lu ‘n learn Suarez can teach Sturridge a thing or two

BRENDAN RODGERS wants Daniel Sturridge to use the most controversial figure in football as his driving force at Liverpool.

Sturridge has been a hit since his £12million January switch from Chelsea, bagging five goals in just eight starts.
And while Kop boss Rodgers offers plenty of advice, he knows the best example comes from the man alongside him — Luis Suarez.
No figure divides opinion quite as much as the Uruguayan, whose latest brush with controversy came when he punched Chile defender Gonzalo Jara in Tuesday’s 2-0 defeat.
But Rodgers is adamant the brilliance far outweighs the bust-ups — especially his amazing appetite for work.
The boss, who takes his side to Aston Villa tomorrow, admitted: “For me, the striker drives the train.
“When you look at history of this club, men like Ian Rush, Kenny Dalglish and Robbie Fowler. They have had number nines who have worked their socks off.
“Luis has played up there and is a great leader, the way he presses up there.
“This is why you love him as a manager.
“He has an absolutely amazing appetite for the game.
“He looks a bit tired with all the flying but he’s out there working, running, chasing and doesn’t get enough credit for it.”
That work-rate is something Sturridge is adapting to.
Yet the Anfield chief believes the message is getting through.
Rodgers added: “Daniel’s 23 and knows he needs to improve but he’s a real receptive boy. It’s a new way of working and we have spoken and watched videos on it.
“It’s not rocket science. Football is based on top players and if someone has done something well, it’s always good to show it.”
Suarez has been linked with a move to Bayern Munich but Rodgers remains confident his star man will not be leaving.
The boss insisted: “You want to be in a workplace where you are enjoying it, because then you will see it in the performance levels — and Luis’ have been phenomenal.
“I have a great relationship with him, he’s happy here, and he’s happy with his mates.”