Both players left Senegal for Metz, with Mane now plying his trade for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League.
Sarr recalled to The Sun: “Sadio has always given me good advice.
“When I signed for Spurs from Metz, he told me to make sure I was ready as it is different to football in France. It’s a lot more physical, a lot more about endurance. He kept telling me to make sure I was prepared.
“He suggested I install a gym at home. I even put a photo of him in my gym because it’s thanks to him that I started enjoying all that hard work.
“It’s thanks to his advice I’ve been able to progress in that respect.”