Lille star Moussa Sow has hailed the impact of on-loan Liverpool midfielder Joe Cole.

Cole has proved a big hit at the French champs.

"He's a great pro," Sow told RMC Sports. "Along with [David] Rozenhal, he is the first in the locker room in the morning.

"He is always there ready, he is very involved and highly motivated, even when he's not playing. It's a surprise to see him like that.

"It was a gamble for the club, and so far it's been successful."