Aldridge said: "Now he is back, he should be rewarded with a decent run in the side. Personally, I think he is an excellent striker. He runs at defenders, is not scared to shoot and has proved he has the killer instinct in the box.
"Those are qualities the Reds have missed over the last few months. He showed at Leeds last week what a talent he is.
"I am sure he would not complain if he started each of the club's remaining matches. I wouldn't either."