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Barcelona plans new contract and release clause for Hamza Abdelkarim

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 11:35 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Barcelona plans new contract and release clause for Hamza Abdelkarim

Summary

Barcelona is set to reward 18-year-old forward Hamza Abdelkarim after a strong pre-season. The Egyptian scored four goals in three appearances, leading the club to consider increasing his release clause from €15 million to €150 million. The club is in discussions with Abdelkarim's representatives regarding a new deal and the potential for him to be registered with the first team. His performances, particularly in the Joan Gamper Trophy, have raised his profile significantly within the organization as they search for a new center-forward.

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By the Numbers

•Hamza Abdelkarim scored four goals in three pre-season appearances.
•Barcelona plans to increase his release clause to €150 million.
•Discussions are ongoing regarding Abdelkarim's contract and first-team registration.
•His performance in the Joan Gamper Trophy was particularly impressive.

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11:35 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona ready to reward 18-year-old talent after explosive pre-season with €150 million release clause

What they're saying

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Hamza Abdelkarim’s remarkable pre-season has not gone unnoticed at Barcelona.The Egyptian forward arrived as a young player looking to make an impression, but four goals in just three appearances ha...
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