Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge believes that he could form a "successful partnership" with Mario Balotelli.

The pair have rarely played together this season due to Sturridge's lengthy layoff with thigh and calf injuries.

However, having recently returned to full fitness, Sturridge has insisted that he would have no problem if he were to be paired alongside the Italian.

"It's easy to play with Mario. I enjoy playing with him [and] feel we can have a successful partnership," he told reporters.

Both players have been tipped to feature in tomorrow's Europa League tie against Besiktas at Anfield.

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Liam Apicella