Sakho pens Liverpool deal

Liverpool have confirmed that defender Mamadou Sakho has put pen to paper on a new five-year deal at Anfield.

The France international has been on the periphery this season, only starting his first game in the 1-1 Europa League draw against Bordeaux on Thursday.

There had been suggestions that the centre-back could delay discussions over a new deal due to his lack of playing time.

However, the 25-year-old has now committed his future to the club and says he is ready to fight for the club when called upon.

"I am very happy to sign a long-term contract with Liverpool because, as I’ve always said, I am very happy here and my family are happy in Liverpool," he told the club's official website.

"I will keep working because I am a Liverpool soldier and when Liverpool need me, I try to give my best. I am happy to stay as a Scouser!

"I work all the time 100 per cent, I try to stay professional and I give my best for this city and this club.

"It is important for me because every day when I wake up, I am very happy to come into the training ground with all the players."