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Al Ahly Buoys Barcelona with Hamza Abdel Karim Update

5 January 2026

Al Ahly Buoys Barcelona with Hamza Abdel Karim Update
Hamza Abdel Karim back to full fitness amid Barcelona transfer interest.

Hamza Abdel Karim's Fitness Update

Al Ahly has shared positive news about its young midfielder Hamza Abdel Karim and the rumor of interest from Barcelona.

Ahmed Gaballah, the club's medical chief, explained Hamza's condition after he suffered a foot bruise during the match against El Mokawloon in the Cairo Capital Cup.

Hamza was unable to finish the game, and rumors speculated that Barcelona had reached an agreement with Al Ahly to sign him in the current winter mercato.

Gaballah added that Hamza fully recovered from the injury, trained with the squad, and is ready to feature in upcoming matches according to the coach's plan.

Transfer Talk and Readiness

The doctor confirmed Hamza's medical check-up in recent hours and stated he is prepared for competitive action as per the technical staff's assessment.

Punchline 1: If Barca signs him, they'll finally have a midfielder who can sprint as fast as rumors travel.

Punchline 2: If not, the transfer chatter will outlive the season tickets and haunt the January market like a catchy chant.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What news did Al Ahly share about Hamza Abdel Karim?

They announced a positive update confirming his full recovery from a foot bruise and his readiness to train with the team.

Which clubs are involved in the story?

Al Ahly and Barcelona are the clubs mentioned, with Barcelona reportedly interested in the player.

What did the doctor say about his current condition?

Dr. Ahmed Gaballah said Hamza has fully recovered, trained normally with the squad, and is ready for upcoming matches as per the coach's plan.