Fabinho has been left out of Liverpool's squad for their pre-season training camp in Germany and is on the brink of ending his five-year stay at the club.
Al Hilal, the Saudi team managed by Nuno Espírito Santo, have made a significant bid for the Brazil international midfielder and Liverpool felt it was prudent to leave Fabinho on Merseyside while discussions continue for his potential sale.
It is a significant moment for Liverpool, as Fabinho - so often called 'The Hoover' by Jurgen Klopp - has been an integral part of their team since he arrived from Monaco in 2018 and established himself as one of the best holding midfielders in the business.