Liverpool hero John Arne Riise hopes his old club can sign Borussia Dortmund star Erling Haaland.

Riise is hopeful the Reds will be among those bidding for his fellow countryman's signature.

"Obviously I would love to have him at Liverpool, because he's an unbelievable player," Riise told Goal.

"He's in great form, and I think he would suit (Jurgen) Klopp's style of football. I also think he would love Liverpool as a club.

"But if City got him, wow! You talk about unbeatable teams, then that would be close!"

Riise, 41, admits he is unsure whether Liverpool have the financial muscle to capture Haaland, but insists luring the young striker would be money well spent.

"Whoever gets Haaland, whether it's next season or whatever, is going to be an unbelievably strong team for many years to come,' he added.

"I don't know if Liverpool have the chance to sign him, but if they do then please do, because that would be unbelievable for the club, or for any club that signs him."