Liverpool vs Man Utd: Knives out for Daniel Sturridge

Critics unite against Reds striker after unconvincing performance against Jose Mourinho's men

Daniel Sturridge
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Liverpool were left with plenty to think about after Manchester United effectively shut them down at Anfield on Monday night - and the biggest loser could be Daniel Sturridge.

Jurgen Klopp's bold team selection, with Sturridge playing up front, was counteracted by Jose Mourinho, who picked Marouane Fellaini and Ashley Young and set his team up to defend.

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