Liverpool striker Sadio Mane has home broken into while playing against Bayern Munich - the second time he has been targeted by thieves while in European action

Sadio Mane

Police are investigating a burglary at the home of Liverpool forward Sadio Mane while he was on Champions League duty for his team.

Raiders broke into the property in Allerton, south Liverpool, between 6pm and 11.45pm on Tuesday as the Senegal international was at Anfield for the first leg of the last-16 tie against Bayern Munich.

A number of items including watches, mobile phones and car keys were stolen. Police are investigating a burglary at the home of Liverpool forward Sadio Mane

Forensic examinations are being carried out and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident is ongoing.

Detective inspector Phil Mahon, of Merseyside Police, said: 'We are appealing for anyone with information in relation to this burglary to please come forward and assist our inquiries.