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UEFA have confirmed that Mamadou Sakho has until Tuesday to respond to their charge following his failed drugs test.

The Liverpool defender tested positive for what is believed use of a “fat burner” as an aid to lose weight.

The France international was tested after the 1-1 draw with Manchester United in the Europa League round of 16 second leg tie on March 17.

The player is still eligible to play, but a decision has been taken between Liverpool and Sakho for him not to be available for selection while the process is ongoing.

A statement issued by UEFA on Saturday afternoon: “UEFA would like to confirm the information communicated by Liverpool FC regarding an adverse finding in a doping test of their player Mamadou Sakho conducted at the UEFA Europa League match between Manchester United FC and Liverpool FC on 17 March 2016 (1-1).

“The player and the club have received all the pertinent information and have until Tuesday to request the analysis of the B sample as well as to provide explanations for the presence of a prohibited substance in the players’ body.

“There are no disciplinary proceedings opened at this stage.”

WATCH: Andy Kelly and James Pearce on the Sakho news