FC Barcelona has made the transfer of Egyptian forward Hamza Abdelkarim from Al Ahly SC permanent for approximately €2 million. The deal converts what began as a loan arrangement in early 2026 into a long-term commitment, with the young striker set to join Barcelona’s pre-season squad.
What the deal looks like
The transfer fee reportedly includes a base cost estimated between €1.5 million and €2 million, with additional performance-related variables that could push the final number higher. There’s also a 15% sell-on clause baked into the agreement, meaning if Barcelona eventually sells Abdelkarim for a significant sum, Al Ahly receives a cut of the proceeds.
Abdelkarim, who is between 18 and 19 years old, had been playing with Barcelona Atlètic, the club’s reserve team, since arriving on loan earlier this year. His performances during that spell were evidently convincing enough for the Catalan club to pull the trigger on a permanent move.
Before landing in Spain, Abdelkarim came through Al Ahly’s youth system. He also represented Egypt at the U-17 World Cup.
