Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says it's time for Daniel Sturridge to take centre stage.
The England striker is set to face Southampton tonight in the first leg of their EFL Cup semi-final.
Klopp said: “Sometimes you need to feel lucky with timing.
“That's how it is. Sadio (Mane) is away, Philippe (Coutinho) is on the way back and Daniel is already back. That helps, for sure, and I hope it stays like this for him.
“If Daniel is fit are there any arguments here ever about his quality? No.
“We had the time when he was already fit and he didn't start because there was a difference between being fit and match fit and all that stuff. But it is a big step in the right direction.
“If he stays on this fitness level and improving as he always should, that is perfect – perfect news for him and for us that he can perform.
“It would be cool if we could speak like this for the next few weeks and months.
“He fits really well in our style of play. That is good for him, good for us. Nobody in the team, nobody in the squad is in doubt about him being a wonderful player. No doubt."
