Sadio Mane speaking after scoring a hat-trick in Senegal's 3-1 win over Benin, the Liverpool star told Canal Plus: "I spoke yesterday while joking with a bit of humour and it was everywhere. I think we'll stop there.

"Liverpool is a club I respect a lot. The fans adopted me since day one. Regarding the future, we'll see."

Mane also spoke to reporters in the mixed zone after the game, and was asked which team he prefers between Real Madrid and Barcelona.

His reply suggested that another surprise club might yet emerge as contenders for his signature.

You know, you've got me in trouble with the Liverpool fans right now but hey," Mane chuckled.

"Those two teams are not bad. But I'm not a fan of those teams. You know, my team is Marseille, so I would say Marseille.”