Barcelona's Hamza Abdelkarim transfer sparks legal dispute with former club

Barcelona has secured the permanent signing of Egyptian striker Hamza Abdelkarim for €1.5 million from Al Ahly. However, the move has led to a formal complaint from Al-Kom Al-Ahmar, a club that previously developed Abdelkarim, claiming entitlement to a portion of the transfer fee. Their football director, Diaa Bahgat, stated that the complaint has been submitted to the Egyptian Football Federation under solidarity payment regulations. Al-Kom Al-Ahmar is seeking to protect its rights without hindering the player's progress. The situation has drawn significant media attention in Egypt, prompting the club to reassure fans not to distract Abdelkarim during this pivotal time in his career.

• 7:40 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona wonderkid’s transfer sparks dispute as former club files complaint over €1.5 million deal