Reports: Barcelona Make Initial Move for Al Ahly Teen Striker Hamza Abdelkarim

Overview

• Journalist Achraf Ben Ayad reports that Barcelona have formally registered interest and taken initial steps to pursue Hamza Abdelkarim, a claim not confirmed by the clubs.
• Abdelkarim is a 17-year-old centre-forward at Al Ahly who has drawn attention from European scouts for his potential.
• The Egypt U17 international has scored 12 goals in 19 appearances, including two at the FIFA U17 World Cup.
• Manchester City and Bayern Munich have also been linked with the player, signaling competition for his signature.
• Barcelona are eyeing young striker options as they plan for the position, with Robert Lewandowski at 37 and expected to leave at season’s end according to the report.