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Toure pledges support for teammate Sakho in 'difficult' time

Kolo Toure was banned for six months in 2011 after failing a drugs test while at Manchester City.

Liverpool defender Kolo Toure pledged his support for teammate Mamadou Sakho after it was revealed the Frenchman failed a drugs test.

Sakho tested positive for a banned substance after the 1-1 draw against Manchester United in the Europa League on March 17 and could face a lengthy ban.

While the 26-year-old is not formally suspended at this stage, he will not be considered for first-team duty until the matter is resolved - a decision taken by the club in conjunction with the player - with Liverpool likely to request the testing of a B sample.