Mohamed Salah's presence at Liverpool's training session on Monday has captured attention, amidst ongoing speculation surrounding his future with the club. The Egyptian forward was seen engaging with teammates, including Dominik Szoboszlai and Hugo Ekitike, and participating in drills as the team prepares for their upcoming Champions League fixture against Inter Milan.

The training session follows Salah's recent outspoken criticism of the club and manager Arne Slot after Liverpool's 3-3 draw with Leeds. Salah, who was named as a substitute for the third consecutive game, expressed his frustration, claiming he felt "thrown under the bus" and made a scapegoat for the team's underwhelming start to the season. He also alluded to broken promises and suggested that the upcoming Premier League game against Brighton might be his last for Liverpool. Furthermore, Salah stated that his relationship with Slot had broken down.

Despite the controversy, reports indicate that Salah appeared to be in good spirits during the training session. He was seen smiling and chatting with teammates, showing no visible signs of disharmony within the squad. Whether this translates to a change in his stance or a potential reconciliation with Slot remains to be seen.

Slot now faces a crucial decision regarding Salah's involvement in the upcoming matches. He must decide whether to include the 33-year-old in the Champions League clash against Inter Milan and the Premier League showdown with Brighton. These decisions will likely be influenced by Salah's fitness, his attitude, and the overall team dynamics.

Salah's future at Liverpool remains uncertain. With 19 months remaining on his £400,000-a-week contract, he is expected to attract renewed interest from the Saudi Pro League when the transfer window reopens next month. Clubs like Al-Ittihad and Al-Hilal are reportedly keen on acquiring the services of Liverpool's third-highest goalscorer. Adding another layer to the situation is the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations, where Salah is expected to represent Egypt. His participation in the tournament, which begins on December 22nd with Egypt facing Zimbabwe, means he will be unavailable for Liverpool after this weekend's game.