Liverpool are anxiously awaiting a prognosis for Daniel Sturridge after the striker sprained an ankle in training.

The England international had scans after limping away on Friday, but it is understood bruising around the affected area means it has been difficult for staff to assess exactly what the damage is.

Sturridge is out of Liverpool's trip to Hull, but it may be days before the true extent of the injury is revealed.

"Daniel will be assessed by the club's medical staff after the striker rolled his ankle in training," said a club statement. "He returned to training at Melwood this week; however, he sustained an ankle sprain which will require further assessment."

The absence of the 24-year-old, who has scored nine league goals this season, means Luis Suárez, also with nine goals in just seven league matches this campaign, will lead the line on his own at the KC Stadium.