Sturridge due back in England before weekend

The striker has not played a Premier League match since August due to a thigh and calf injuries, twice suffering setbacks in a bid to return fo full fitness.

Sturridge, who has one goal in three league appearances this term, subsequently travelled to Boston to continue his rehabilitation.

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