Thiago teases potential return with training ground pictures

Recent social media activity from Liverpool midfield maestro Thiago Alcantara has sparked excitement among supporters as he shared an image of himself reporting for duty at Liverpool's AXA Training Centre.

For some, this image, alongside his presence in a shot in which the squad paid tribute to Mohamed Salah's 200th Liverpool goal, is a hint at a long-awaited return to action after being sidelined since April due to a persistent hip injury.

The Spanish midfielder, a pivotal figure in Jurgen Klopp's squad when fit, has yet to grace the field for the Reds this season, leaving fans eager for his comeback.

This teasing glimpse could suggest a potentially imminent return, signalling hope for the 32-year-old's comeback in the upcoming intense run of fixtures for the Reds over the Christmas period.

A creative presence

The absence of Thiago's creative prowess in the heart of Liverpool's midfield has been palpable, and his return could inject vitality into the team, especially at a time when Alexis Mac Allister has been ruled out through injury and Wataru Endo has been struggling to adapt to the pace of the Premier League.

However, the club remains cautious about putting a timescale on his reintegration into full first-team training sessions, aiming to avoid aggravating his injury.