Liverpool chairman Tom Werner and principal owner John Henry believe the keenly-awaited comeback of Daniel Sturridge should be at the end of January. The England international forward has been utilising the training facilities at their baseball franchise Boston Red Sox to help his fitness.
"As we look at the table this New Year's Eve, we have closed the gap between Liverpool and the top four clubs to five points," they said.
"We look forward to the return of Daniel Sturridge sometime in late January.
"We are very encouraged by his efforts and determination to resolve his injuries.
"Great progress has been made that should help him going forward."
