Mamadou Sakho
Position: Centre-Back
Signed: 2 September 2013; PSG; £18m
Kolo Toure tipping Mamadou Sakho to ‘come back strong’ after drug ban
With Mamadou Sakho facing a lengthy ban for a failed drug test, Kolo Toure is drawing from a similar experience in order to help his team-mate.
Mamadou Sakho handed initial 30-day suspension as UEFA open disciplinary procedures
UEFA have imposed an initial 30-day ban on Liverpool centre-back Mamadou Sakho as they begin investigating the Frenchman’s failed drug test.
Jurgen Klopp on Sakho, Benteke, and Hillsborough Inquest Verdict
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp insists they have done the right thing with their handling of Mamadou Sakho after his failed drugs test.
Mamadou Sakho decides not to appeal UEFA drug charge
Mamadou Sakho has decided NOT to appeal UEFA’s drug charge and hasn’t requested his B Sample to be tested.
![LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, April 23, 2016: Liverpool's Mamadou Sakho [in sunglasses] and Christian Benteke watch their side draw 2-2 with Newcastle United during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by Bradley Ormesher/Propaganda)](https://www.thisisanfield.com/wp-content/uploads/P160423-057-Liverpool_Newcastle-600x366.jpg)
“He’s let himself and the club down badly” – Carragher on Sakho
Jamie Carragher says Mamadou Sakho has let himself and the club down and that serious questions are to be asked of the Frenchman after he failed a drug test.
Kolo Toure to be the beneficiary in Mamadou Sakho’s absence
With Mamadou Sakho set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines, Jurgen Klopp should look to employ the talents of Kolo Toure as his replacement.
Kolo Toure backs Liverpool team-mate Mamadou Sakho after positive drugs test
Kolo Toure has pledged his support to team-mate Mamadou Sakho after the France international failed a drugs test.
“A day to forget” “Sakho will be a big miss” – How the media reacted to Liverpool 2-2 Newcastle
After Liverpool drew 2-2 with relegation battlers Newcastle at Anfield on Saturday, we review how the media reacted to the eventful stalemate.
“Not the most easy situation” – Jurgen Klopp on Mamadou Sakho situation
Jurgen Klopp admits Mamadou Sakho’s failed drugs test is not “the most easy situation”.
Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho fails drugs test
Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho has failed a drugs test and will not play against Newcastle on Saturday.
“Liverpool accepted the invitation to inflict a humiliation” – How the media reacted to Merseyside derby rout
We review the best of the media reaction from Liverpool’s 4-0 hammering of local rivals Everton on Wednesday night.
Milner & Sakho shine, but Origi’s injury a concern – 5 talking points from Liverpool 4-0 Everton
A comprehensive display from Liverpool sealed a 4-0 win over Merseyside rivals Everton on Wednesday, with Divock Origi’s injury the only negative from the night.
“Liverpool truly re-emerged as a genuine force” – How the media reacted to excellent Dortmund draw
Following Liverpool’s spirited first leg performance and positive result against Borussia Dortmund, we review how the media reacted to the stalemate.
Borussia Dortmund vs. Liverpool – 3 key battles, including Sakho vs. Aubameyang
Liverpool face Borussia Dortmund in the Europa League quarter-final on Thursday night, in a game that will see a number of key duels take place.
Mamadou Sakho’s Spurs struggle highlights his inconsistency
Mamadou Sakho endured a poor afternoon in Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with Tottenham on Saturday.
Mamadou Sakho loving life at Liverpool under Jurgen Klopp
Liverpool centre-back Mamadou Sakho has heaped praised on Jurgen Klopp.
Mamadou Sakho the clear 2nd-leg star – Supporters’ Man of the Match vs. Man United
Mamadou Sakho’s phenomenal defensive display helped Liverpool advance to the Europa League quarter-finals on Thursday night, at the expense of Man United.
Emergence of new spine key to Liverpool’s Europa League success over Man United
Calls for Liverpool to establish a new spine may have been satisfied against Man United on Thursday night, as a clutch of key stars shone.
“Liverpool simply had too much for them” – How the media reacted to Man United elimination
After Liverpool booked their place in the quarter-final stage of the Europa League, we round-up the best of the media reaction from Old Trafford.
Jurgen Klopp: It was Liverpool vs. De Gea
Jurgen Klopp hailed Philippe Coutinho’s moment of magic but also picked out his centre-backs for praise as Liverpool saw off rivals Manchester United in the Europa League.
Talking Matip, new signings, Lovren, Lucas and Skrtel’s futures – Liverpool’s defence in 2016/17
Our latest roundtable discussion focusses on Liverpool’s defence and what the future holds for the Reds’ defenders this summer.
“Most unorthodox, efficient, effective defender on the Planet” – Barton and Lineker on Mamadou Sakho
Mamadou Sakho divides opinion, but Joey Barton and Gary Lineker hit the nail on the head with regards to the Frenchman.
Luis Suarez back at Melwood to visit former team-mates
Former Liverpool striker Luis Suarez returned to Melwood on Tuesday morning.
Lucas out for 5 or 6 weeks with thigh injury, Sturridge back vs. Palace
Suffering a freak injury taking a penalty in Sunday’s League Cup final defeat to Manchester City, Lucas Leiva will now miss “five or six weeks” of action.
Injury Update: Lucas out vs. Man City, Sturridge & Sakho unlikely
As Jurgen Klopp prepares his side to take on Manchester City in the Premier League on Wednesday night, he may be without a number of key players.
10 Liverpool Deadline Day Deals That Did Happen
With Deadline Day upon us, we take a look at Liverpool’s 10 most notable pieces of business.
Mamadou Sakho, Jordan Henderson & the Impatient Modern Football Fan
The form of Liverpool pair Mamadou Sakho and Jordan Henderson has been put into question in recent weeks.