MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Monday, August 25, 2014: Liverpool's Raheem Sterling looks dejected after missing a chance against Manchester City during the Premier League match at the City of Manchester Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Sterling, Sturridge, set pieces and more – 5 Pre-League Cup Final Talking Points

Liverpool and Manchester City clash in the League Cup final at Wembley on Sunday. Here, Press Association Sport looks at some of the main talking points ahead of the game.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, February 24, 2016: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp and Daniel Sturridge during a press conference ahead of the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 1st Leg match against FC Augsburg. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Daniel Sturridge responds to claims he did not want to play for Liverpool

Striker Daniel Sturridge has hit back at the critics who claimed he did not – and does not – want to play for Liverpool.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, February 24, 2016: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge during a press conference ahead of the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 1st Leg match against FC Augsburg. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Video: Daniel Sturridge discusses commitment to Liverpool and Augsburg motivation

Joining Jurgen Klopp to preview Liverpool’s Europa League round-of-32 clash with Augsburg, Daniel Sturridge was pressed on his commitment to the club.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, February 24, 2016: Liverpool's captain Jordan Henderson during a training session ahead of the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 1st Leg match against FC Augsburg. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Coutinho & Sturridge to start vs. Augsburg; Lovren, Lallana, Allen out – Klopp

Addressing reporters at Melwood on Wednesday afternoon, Jurgen Klopp provided an injury update ahead of his side’s Europa League clash with Augsburg.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, February 24, 2016: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge during a press conference ahead of the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 1st Leg match against FC Augsburg. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Daniel Sturridge: I was devastated when injured, now determined to help Liverpool have success

Speaking ahead of Liverpool’s Europa League clash with Augsburg, Daniel Sturridge dismissed speculation that he was looking to leave the club in the future.

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - Sunday, February 14, 2016: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge scores the first goal against Aston Villa during the Premier League match at Villa Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Daniel Sturridge gives Liverpool their “fear factor” back – Jordan Henderson

Liverpool skipper Jordan Henderson has warned their Premier League rivals that Daniel Sturridge is ready to give the Reds their fear factor back.

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - Sunday, February 14, 2016: Liverpool's Emre Can celebrates scoring the third goal against Aston Villa with team-mates during the Premier League match at Villa Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

“A proper St. Valentine’s Day massacre” – How the media reacted to Liverpool’s Aston Villa rout

Following Liverpool’s brutal dismantling of relegation favourites Aston Villa on Sunday afternoon, we round up the best media reaction from the 6-0 win.

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - Sunday, February 14, 2016: Liverpool's Kolo Toure celebrates scoring the sixth goal against Aston Villa during the Premier League match at Villa Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Klopp’s Reds and travelling Kop in emphatic display – 5 talking points from Aston Villa 0-6 Liverpool

Liverpool returned to winning ways with a 6-0 mauling of Aston Villa on Sunday afternoon, and Jack Lusby was at Villa Park to take five talking points.

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - Sunday, February 14, 2016: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge celebrates scoring the first goal against Aston Villa during the Premier League match at Villa Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

“He is a real striker” – Klopp happy to have Daniel Sturridge back and scoring

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp hailed Daniel Sturridge’s Reds return after the striker sparked a rout at Aston Villa.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Tuesday, February 9, 2016: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp and substitute Daniel Sturridge during the FA Cup 4th Round Replay match against West Ham United at Upton Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Jurgen Klopp praises attacking options, says Daniel Sturridge “feels good”

Having endured a tumultuous period of injuries within his attacking ranks, Jurgen Klopp is relieved to now be able to call upon a number of top-quality options.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Tuesday, February 9, 2016: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp and substitute Daniel Sturridge during the FA Cup 4th Round Replay match against West Ham United at Upton Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool need to relieve goalscoring burden – Robbie Fowler backs Daniel Sturridge

On Daniel Sturridge’s return to the Liverpool first team, former Reds striker Robbie Fowler has rejected calls to replace him in the long term.

Attacking Options Aplenty for Jurgen Klopp after Injury Absentees Return

The return to fitness of key attacking personnel presents Jurgen Klopp with a welcome array of exciting options to pick from for some vital upcoming games.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Tuesday, February 9, 2016: West Ham United's manager Slaven Bilic celebrates a late extra-time 2-1 victory over Liverpool as Reds manager Jürgen Klopp looks on dejected during the FA Cup 4th Round Replay match at Upton Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

“A cruel end to a gutsy performance” – How the media reacted to West Ham 2-1 Liverpool

Following Liverpool’s defeat to West Ham, we round-up the best media reaction from the game.

Arrival of star quality this summer could bring Liverpool success under Jurgen Klopp

There are plenty of things Jurgen Klopp must address at Liverpool this summer.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, September 30, 2015: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge during a training session at Melwood Training Ground ahead of the UEFA Europa League Group Stage Group B match against FC Sion. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Ex-Liverpool head of fitness backs “extended” approach to Daniel Sturridge recovery

Daniel Sturridge is nearing full fitness after a lengthy spell on the sidelines, and Liverpool’s patient approach could see them reap the benefits.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, February 6, 2016: Liverpool's substitute Daniel Sturridge warms-up during the Premier League match against Sunderland at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Sturridge, Coutinho and Origi could feature in “different lineup” vs. West Ham – Klopp

Jurgen Klopp has suggested that he will not make wholesale changes to his side for Tuesday night’s FA Cup fourth-round replay at West Ham United.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, November 29, 2015: Liverpool's substitute Daniel Sturridge in action against Swansea City during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Klopp laughs off Sturridge quit reports, striker could be back vs. West Ham

Following reports that Daniel Sturridge was looking to leave Liverpool in the summer, Jurgen Klopp has dismissed all speculation over the striker’s future.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, October 4, 2015: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge before the Premier League match against Everton at Goodison Park, the 225th Merseyside Derby. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Reports: Daniel Sturridge “prepared to quit Liverpool” after injury criticism

Daniel Sturridge is looking to leave Liverpool after prolonged criticism of his mentality during a bout of long-term injuries, reports claim.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, September 20, 2015: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge in action during the Premier League match against Norwich City at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Daniel Sturridge returns to full training for first time in 2 months

Daniel Sturridge has completed a full training session with the rest of the squad for the first time in two months.

SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND - Wednesday, December 30, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia in action against Sunderland during the Premier League match at the Stadium of Light. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Coutinho, Sturridge, Origi and Skrtel to return to Liverpool training this week

Jurgen Klopp’s first-team squad is set for a major boost this week, with Philippe Coutinho among those returning to training after injury.

NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 6, 2015: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge looks dejected as Newcastle United score the second goal during the Premier League match at St. James' Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Jurgen Klopp unsure when Daniel Sturridge will return for Liverpool

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he has not given any thought to Daniel Sturridge’s long-term future even though he does not know when the England forward might return to fitness.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Saturday, November 21, 2015: Liverpool's substitute Daniel Sturridge before the Premier League match against Manchester City at the City of Manchester Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Brendan Rodgers: Liverpool must keep faith in “world-class” Daniel Sturridge

Striker Daniel Sturridge has “world-class” qualities which can still make a difference to the Liverpool attack, according to former Reds boss Brendan Rodgers.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, September 20, 2015: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge in action during the Premier League match against Norwich City at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Slaven Bilic denies West Ham bid for Daniel Sturridge

West Ham manager Slaven Bilic has denied making a move for Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, September 20, 2015: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge being fouled during the Premier League match against Norwich City at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Daniel Sturridge: Jurgen Klopp’s Prolific Problem

Dan Holmes on Daniel Sturridge – Liverpool’s top paid player and the man who gives the side a completely different dynamic up front.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, March 8, 2015: The FA Cup trophy on display before the FA Cup 6th Round Quarter-Final match between Liverpool and Blackburn Rovers at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Revisiting Liverpool’s Last 5 FA Cup Third Round Matches

With Liverpool’s FA Cup clash at Exeter City approaching, we look at how the Reds fared in their last five games at this stage of the competition.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, November 29, 2015: Liverpool's substitutes Daniel Sturridge and captain Jordan Henderson in action against Swansea City during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Henderson, Sturridge to miss Stoke City clash as Klopp struggles for numbers

Jurgen Klopp has ruled both Jordan Henderson and Daniel Sturridge out of contention for Tuesday night’s League Cup clash with Stoke City.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Saturday, November 21, 2015: Liverpool's Roberto Firmino celebrates the Manchester City own goal scored by Mangala during the Premier League match against Liverpool at the City of Manchester Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool FC Top 5 Goals of 2015

We select the Reds’ finest goals from the past 12 months.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Saturday, November 21, 2015: Liverpool's substitute Daniel Sturridge before the Premier League match against Manchester City at the City of Manchester Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Jurgen Klopp taking no risks over Daniel Sturridge return

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp will not rush Daniel Sturridge back from injury despite the striker stating he is ready to play.