Mamadou Sakho says he would avoid joining Olympique Marseille as he would prefer to return to PSG.

The French defender remains on the outer at Liverpool and is still expected to leave Anfield either before the close of the winter transfer market, or in the summer at the end of the season.

A shift to Marseille has been touted but the 26-year-old says moving back to PSG, following his time abroad, would be the most desirable outcome for he and his family.

"Since I started this incredible adventure abroad, in terms of football but also in terms of my family, because when I see my children speaking English I think it is a glorious thing that I have been able to give them," he told Canal football Club.

"I think I have a few more wonderful years to experience abroad first. And PSG, why not, but afterwards."

Asked about the possibility of joining Marseille, Sakho added: "I think Marseille have a very good team.

"Bafé (Gomis) and Pat (Evra) are friends of mine. But my answer to this might remind certain people about a song.

"When there is PSG, Sakho is with them."