La Liga champions Barcelona have finalized a deal for a new addition to their reserve team ranks, bringing the highly-touted youngster Hamza Abdelkarim to the Camp Nou.
Abdelkarim has been making headlines in Catalunya for several weeks, with extensive speculation surrounding his move from Al Ahly. Negotiations faced a few roadblocks, but they have now been successfully resolved.
According to market insider Fabrizio Romano: Hamza Abdelkarim to Barcelona, here we go! Deal agreed with Al Ahly for 18-year-old Egyptian talent.
The 18-year-old forward will join Barça Atlètic on an initial loan deal, with an option for Barcelona to make the move permanent during the summer transfer window.
This acquisition highlights Barcelona’s continued focus on young talent, reinforcing their pipeline for the first team while giving Abdelkarim the platform to develop in one of Europe’s top clubs.