The Egyptian forward has been away with his national team over the last week and scored twice in their 3-0 victory over Niger on Friday.
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While Egypt are set to face Liberia on Tuesday, the decision has been made by national team Rui Vitoria to allow Salah to return to Merseyside in early preparation for the return to Premier League action.
A statement from the Egyptian FA said: "The technical staff of the Egyptian national team preferred to rest Mohamed Salah and Mostafa Mohamed for the Liberia friendly after both took part in the previous match against Niger."
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For Liverpool, this is a timely boost.
Jurgen Klopp's side return to action as they welcome Brighton to Anfield on Saturday afternoon.
With the Reds currently having just two Premier League wins to their name, Liverpool go into the clash in eighth spot in the league.
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Their last domestic clash with the 0-0 draw against Merseyside rivals Everton at the start of the month.
Brighton will be hoping to extend their fine start to the season in which they've pushed themselves into fourth spot in the table.
However with Graham Potter moving to Chelsea, the Seagulls will be hoping new head coach Roberto De Zerbi can get his time in charge off to a strong start.