Elusive Target: Barcelona and Al Ahly Restart Marathon Talks for Hamza Abdel Karim
Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano reports renewed negotiations between Barcelona and Al Ahly over Hamza Abdel Karim, the 18-year-old Egyptian talent. Barcelona plans to bring him in on a Barcelona B pathway before a potential first-team promotion. Work permit and visa hurdles in Spain could delay the official loan with an option to buy. Meanwhile, Mabaki’s expected move to Saint Louis City MLS could open room on Barcelona’s payroll for the next steps.