Sturridge is working hard on his fitness to prove he is worth a contract in the Premier LeagueDaniel Sturridge has been in Los Angeles since November with an extensive support team designed to ensure he can find a new club this summer. His entourage includes Barrence Baytos, who was Kobe Bryant’s physio for 14 years, and fitness coach Nabie Fofanah, the former Olympic athlete. The 31-year-old former Liverpool striker is not preparing for life with a club in MLS but flew to America when he found it difficult to organize adequate training during lockdown in London. His aim is to return to England in good enough shape to allay any doubts there may be over what he can contribute after 14 months out of the game. Sponsored“I’m an English player and home is where the heart is,” he says, “so I’d love

Source: The Times May 26, 2021 22:52 UTC