While Real Madrid are regarded as favourites to land the player from Paris Saint-Germain this season, rumours persist that Mbappe sees Liverpool as a credible alternative should he leave Ligue 1.

Liverpool will likely be in need of a new star striker as Mo Salah continues to be linked with a transfer to the Saudi Pro League, following Klopp out the door this summer.

However, speaking to Betfred, Johnson thinks that the uncertainty around Anfield could see them miss out on the French international.

He said: “I’m unsure. Real Madrid are always going to be Real Madrid aren’t they?

"They’re always going to attract the big names, regardless of who their manager is because they’re one of the most iconic clubs in the world, so I’m not surprised that he wants to go there. What player wouldn’t?