What the fuck is it with Sturridge? Whenever it seems like he can finally get his chance, he has an injury that keeps him out weeks. What a fucking shame.
Before the season, I thought winning the CWC, one of the domestic cups and a top 3 finish would be a successful season. The bright start made me hopeful but 6 games without a win in the PL made me remember that this is a transition season.
Same problem as Sturridge at the moment, they lack match fitness. When you don't get a chance for months, obviously you're gonna struggle when shoved back out there. Romeu will get back to the level he was last year with continuous starts. And obviously he can get better.
Azpi-Ivan-Luiz-Cole was excellent, no need to change it around. I'm interested in the Ramires-Romeu pivot and Bertrand on the wing is okay I guess. After all, Rafa wants a more defensive shape. Think it'll be more of a 4-3-2-1 with Bertrand hanging back by the pivot more than as a winger.
I'd be down for a Walcott-Sturridge trade. I rate Sturridge but if we're going to lose him, replacing him for another young English talent is a good idea imo.