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Sturridge Liverpool move rests on Chelsea replacement

Harry Harris
August 31, 2012
Daniel Sturridge is wanted by Liverpool © PA Photos
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Roberto Di Matteo has left Florent Malouda and Yossi Benayoun out of his travelling party for the UEFA Super Cup as Chelsea look to sell the out-of-favour pair, while Daniel Sturridge's potential loan move to Liverpool rests on the acquisition of a replacement forward at Stamford Bridge.

Midfielders Benayoun and Malouda have both been informed they do not feature in Di Matteo's plans and the Blues are keen to offload the duo on deadline day.

But while Benayoun has already stated his desire to leave Stamford Bridge, Malouda is keen to stay and fight for his place in the team.

Sturridge, meanwhile, is wanted by Liverpool following the departure of Andy Carroll on Thursday, but it is Chelsea who control the forward's future. Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers said after the 1-1 draw with Hearts: "We've got a number of targets but it's not always our choice."

Chelsea will allow Sturridge to play his football elsewhere if they can find another suitable attacking option to support Fernando Torres.

An ESPN source said: "Malouda has made it clear he doesn't want to leave but he is available for transfer along with a few others. If the club can sign a new forward such as Andre Schurrle, then Daniel Sturridge will also be loaned out - most likely to Liverpool."

Israel international Benayoun has been linked with former club West Ham and Greek giants Olympiakos.

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