Barcelona signs World Cup player Hamza Abdelkarim permanently

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Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Barcelona signs World Cup player Hamza Abdelkarim permanently
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Barcelona announced the permanent signing of striker Hamza Abdelkarim on June 23, 2026. The Egyptian player, who spent the second half of last season on loan with the team, was a standout with six goals in 11 appearances for the U19s. Abdelkarim, recognized as a future star in Egypt, had joined Barcelona from Al Ahly prior to a call-up to the national team for this summer's World Cup. Barcelona will secure Abdelkarim’s services for the next three seasons, until June 30, 2029.

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  • Hamza Abdelkarim joins Barcelona permanently from Al Ahly.
  • He scored six goals in 11 appearances for Barca U19s.
  • Abdelkarim received a call-up for Egypt's World Cup squad.
  • Contract extends until June 30, 2029.
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La Liga giants Barcelona have this week announced the permanent signing of Hamza Abdelkarim.This comes after the young attacker spent the 2nd half of this past season plying his trade on loan in Catal...

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