Liverpool latest: Mo Salah's message to squad as Virgil van Dijk reveals their chat

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The 33-year-old made his comeback to Arne Slot's Liverpool side in their 2-0 victory over Brighton on Saturday, replacing the injured Joe Gomez in the 26th minute.The winger put in an impressive performance, with his assist for Hugo Ekitike's second goal enabling him to surpass Wayne Rooney's record for the most single-club goal involvements in the Premier League with 277 (188 goals and 89 assists).Salah's future at Liverpool has been cast into doubt after he alleged that the club has attempted to make him a scapegoat for their struggles this season and claimed he has no relationship with Slot.READ MORE: Curtis Jones shares Mohamed Salah's message to Liverpool squad and shuts down criticsREAD MORE: National media ask same question about Mohamed Salah as Liverpool uncertainty continues – 'Tears in his eyes'While his return to the matchday squad is a positive sign, it remains uncertain whether he will still be a Liverpool player when he returns from international duty next month.One of Salah's team-mates has sought to clarify the Egyptian's comments, while Virgil van Dijk has expressed his views on a potential transfer, as we examine the latest developments surrounding the current Premier League champions.Salah's comments explainedFollowing his remarks after the 3-3 draw against Leeds United, the Egyptian has received significant public backing from his team-mates. And it's exactly the same now."Mo's his own man, he's got his own opinions.

He's a great guy."I don't really like to speak on another man's issues or his business and stuff - that has to do with Mo. But at the end of the day, I think the important thing that Mo made clear was that it's not against the team or anything like that, just a personal issue, and that's it."Van Dijk transfer stanceVan Dijk left no room for doubt about his position on Salah's future at Anfield, with the Dutch defender revealing his desire for the Egyptian to stay put.

The Liverpool captain disclosed following Saturday's triumph that he has maintained regular dialogue with his long-standing team-mate over recent days.The 34-year-old explained: "I speak to him about everything. We will be in contact over the next days and weeks like we always are and let's see."I wish him absolutely all the best - and (to) come back.