Sturridge and Suarez 'not on texting terms'

The duo forged a formidable partnership in the Premier League this season, scoring 52 goals between them in the English top flight as the Anfield club ended the season in second.

If Suarez is passed fit they are set to come up against each other when England face Uruguay in Group D on Thursday, and Sturridge says communication between the pair has been put on hold.

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