Exciting developments in the Hamza Abdul Karim deal
Barcelona are close to finalizing the signing of Al Ahly's young striker Hamza Abdel Karim in the coming days, marking a new development in the player's transfer saga.
Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, a transfer expert, confirmed that negotiations between Barcelona and Al Ahly have resumed after a hiatus of several weeks, indicating that the deal is nearing completion and the player is expected to join the Catalan club.
The Catalan newspaper Sport had previously reported that the deal encountered complications after appearing almost finalized, with a lull in activity as Abdel Karim continued to play for Al Ahly in the Egyptian League Cup.
Barcelona's move comes as they seek to bolster their reserve team's attack, particularly given the numerous injuries and absences, as they aim to return to the second division after relegation last season.
The newspaper explained that financial disagreements, stemming from Al Ahly's high demands, were the primary reason for the earlier impasse in negotiations, before talks resumed in recent hours.