Daniel Sturridge is far too good a player to be out of the Premier League after only just turning 31 but, let's face it, the reason he is currently without a club has got nothing to do with his age, or his ability.
It's not because of his injury history or wage demands, either - it's down to the label he's been given as being difficult, or a problem player.
I have no idea where that perception has come from, but it is a reputation that is completely undeserved.
Daniel's been one of my closest friends in football since we were kids together at Manchester City playing for the under-14s.