Salah arrives in Morocco having recently clashed with Liverpool after being dropped for consecutive games, including a 4-1 Champions League defeat to PSV Eindhoven and a Premier League outing against West Ham.
Following the incidents, he publicly expressed frustration at being made a scapegoat for Liverpool's slow start, though he later apologised to teammates.
Despite the controversy, Hassan says Salah's attitude in training has been exemplary. "His morale is very high, as if he were just starting with the national team. I believe he will have a great tournament with his country," Hassan was quoted by Flashscore.
At 33, this AFCON could be Salah's last realistic chance to claim international silverware and complement his impressive club achievements. Hassan emphasized his support, both technically and morally, adding that Salah needs to win the AFCON.
Salah, who has not scored since Liverpool's 2-0 victory over Aston Villa in early November, has twice been an AFCON runner-up, in 2017 and 2021.
Egypt have a record seven AFCON titles but have not lifted the trophy since 2010. Hassan believes the forward's goal drought will not affect his impact at the tournament, citing similar situations in the past when Salah rediscovered his form with the national team.
"There was constant communication with Mohamed during what I don't want to call a crisis," Hassan added.
"Any player can have a difference of opinion with his club coach. Salah has returned to the right path and will deliver a strong tournament alongside his teammates."
Egypt will begin their Group B campaign against Zimbabwe on Monday in Agadir, with all eyes on Salah to lead the Pharaohs toward continental glory.
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi may have played on some of the world's biggest stages in the Premier League, but he says representing Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations offers a "special" experience unlike any other.
Former Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane has warned that reputations count for little at the Africa Cup of Nations, insisting African football remains a "different beast" where big names on the team sheet offer no guarantees.
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal won because his players stayed fully focused on the single task of beating Everton on Saturday, insisting that discipline and concentration were the key reasons they returned to the top of the Premier League.
Pep Guardiola has said his Manchester City players will be weighed when they return to training to make sure they are fit enough to face Nottingham Forest on 27 December.
