Former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in talks with foreign club amid possible surprise move
Former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge is in talks with Trabzonspor over a potential move to Turkey, report ESPN.
The ex-England international ended his six-year association with Liverpool when his contract expired at the end of June.
And Trabzonspor have emerged as leading candidates to secure the striker's signature ahead of the 2019/20 season.
The six-time Turkish champions have offered Sturridge a two-year deal with a generous signing on fee.
The club are still in discussions with the player's representatives but are hopeful of concluding a deal having made significant progress in recent days.
Trabzonspor finished fourth in the Super Lig last term and will take part in the Europa League in the upcoming campaign.
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