Daniel Sturridge says Arne Slot changed his plan and ‘doesn’t know his best XI’

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Daniel Sturridge was left confused after Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with Sunderland, arguing that Arne Slot “doesn’t quite know his best XI” and changed his game plan. I don’t think there’s a magic fix right now, to put my finger on one thing,” was Sturridge’s verdict in the Sky Sports studio.

"The manager at this moment in time doesn't know his best XI" Daniel Sturridge on what needs changing at Liverpool ? pic.twitter.com/Lq6bWC9b0U — Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) December 3, 2025 But unlike the victory in east London a change in approach failed to pay off, and instead Liverpool were back to the usual slow, directionless football that has hallmarked this miserable run. And Sturridge believes Slot will be “seeking confidence and assurances” by switching up his side, having “changed what he would typically do.” “Players are coming back and trying to find their fitness,” the former Liverpool striker acknowledged.

Sturridge: ‘Slot changed what he would typically do’ “This is probably the first time, today, that I’ve noticed that the manager has changed what he would typically do. “And if the results don’t come…clearly, from what we’ve seen, the results aren’t coming right now.” Liverpool now face a trip to Leeds on Saturday evening, to take on side which beat Chelsea 3-1 in midweek, with Slot expected to revert to his usual setup with Salah back in.