This archive report was first published on 10 July 2019.
Former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has been left heartbroken after his dog was stolen from his home in Los Angeles.
According to reports, Sturridge's home was broken into on July 7, 2019, while he was out.
Sturridge, 29, who recently left Liverpool after the expiration of his contract, has taken to social media to plead for the safe return of his beloved pet.
"Tutalipa kiasi chochote kile ili kumpata mbwa wetu," Sturridge said in a heartfelt plea.
"Yoyote atakayemrudisha mbwa wangu nitampa pauni elfu 30, kiasi chochote kile," he added.
Sturridge has also shared photos and videos of his dog, as well as footage of the three masked men who broke into his home.
"Yeyote anayewajua waliovunja nyumba yangu, nitakulipa utakacho. Ninamaanisha nisemacho. Nitatoa pesa yeyote ile – haijalishi thamani," Sturridge said.
Sturridge is currently linked with a move to Aston Villa, which is set to return to the English Premier League next season.
