Barcelona receives an offer for Hamza Abdelkarim

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10/10/26 21:00:00

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Hamza Abdelkarim appears on Villarreal's agenda to strengthen their attack, as the few minutes he is getting under Hansi Flick have placed him in the transfer market of FC Barcelona. The 18-year-old Egyptian forward, top scorer for Barcelona in the preseason with 4 goals, has only played four official minutes under Hansi Flick and could change teams in the upcoming transfer window.

The scenario has changed after the summer. Hamza Abdelkarim impressed during the course preparation with four goals in five games, but competition in the attack has reduced his playing time since the start of LaLiga. His only official appearance came on August 31 against Rayo Vallecano.

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Hamza Abdelkarim goes from preseason top scorer to four minutes

FC Barcelona remains committed to the striker. The club exercised the option during the summer to sign him permanently after his initial period from Al Ahly, and this month extended his contract until June 30, 2030.

The renewal also raised his release clause to €150 million. Abdelkarim joined Barcelona's youth academy in February 2026 and scored 6 goals in 9 league matches before joining the first team setup.

His preseason performance reinforced his progression. The forward featured in five matches under Flick, ending with 4 goals, more than any other player in the squad during that period. However, this performance has not yet translated into regular playing time in official matches.

The player acknowledged this week that his playing time depends on the coach's decision and that his priority is to keep working. FC Barcelona also plans for him to alternate between the first team and other competitive options to maintain continuity during the season.

Villarreal considers an opportunity to strengthen their attack

Villarreal has set their sights on Hamza Abdelkarim as they search for offensive alternatives. The Castellon-based team started the season with 2 points in the first five LaLiga games, matching their worst historic start in LaLiga.

The results heighten the need to find solutions. The team lost 3-2 against Borussia Dortmund in the first Champions League match and faces a schedule involving domestic competition, Europa League, and Copa del Rey over the coming months.

This volume of matches could be a convincing factor for both the player and Barcelona. Abdelkarim needs playing time after being left out of Flick's regular rotation, and in Castellón, he could have more opportunities without leaving Spanish football.

A loan could be the solution

The contractual situation requires direct negotiation with the Barcelona team in any case. The agreement signed until 2030 and the €150 million release clause leave Barcelona in control of any movement, ruling out a permanent low-cost exit.

The evolution of Hamza Abdelkarim's playing time over the coming months will determine the next step. If Flick keeps the forward out of the regular rotation, Villarreal will have reasons to push forward for the winter transfer window, and FC Barcelona will need to decide whether to prioritize his continuity in the squad or a temporary exit until the end of the season.

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