Sturridge targets Chelsea centre forward role

The 22-year-old struggled to force his way into the first team at the back end of last season after a promising start, and is now looking to establish himself as a striker

By Sean Mullan

Aug 11, 2012 11:54:00 PM

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Chelsea striker Daniel Sturridge is hoping to become a regular starter in the Blues' line-up next season in his preferred position as a centre forward.

The 22-year-old made a positive start last season and managed 13 goals in all competitions, but found himself on the fringes on the first team in the second half of the campaign.

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He has made no secret of his desire to play as a striker after regularly featuring out wide, and his chances of doing so have improved after the departure of Didier Drogba.