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‘Mane to Real Madrid remains a possibility’ – Liverpool legend doubts summer deal but notes appeal

Steve Nicol cannot see the Senegalese forward swapping England for Spain any time soon, but admits that a future agreement could be put in place

Sadio Mane will not be leaving Liverpool any time soon, says Steve Nicol, but a future switch to Real Madrid remains a possibility.

The Senegal international has seen his stock rise considerably over recent years.

A prolific spell at Anfield, which has delivered 74 goals in three-and-a-half years, has seen the 27-year-old take up a standing alongside the global elite.

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Many have queried why Mane did not figure in the top three of the 2019 Ballon d’Or vote, while he is a leading contender to land the 2020 African Player of the Year award.