Hamza Abdel Karim…the first Egyptian to join Barcelona and arouse the enthusiasm of the fans – Algerian Al-Hiwar newspaper

The young Egyptian player, Hamza Abdel Karim, caught the attention of the fans after he officially transferred to the reserve team of the Spanish club Barcelona, ​​in a move that opens the doors to early European professionalism for him. The Catalan club announced its contract with the 18-year-old player on loan until June 30, 2026, with a permanent purchase option at the end of the season, thus becoming the first Egyptian to wear a Barcelona shirt in its history.

Hamza expressed his great enthusiasm for the new stage, stressing that his passion for football will push him to give his best, hoping to quickly reach the first team. He also described himself as an ordinary person who loves football and focuses on developing his skills.

The player’s hashtag topped social media platforms, as fans praised his speed, physical strength, and technical skills, considering his transfer an opportunity to create a new Egyptian star on the world stage. Tweeters pointed out his strength in physical confrontations, his speed, and his ability to finish attacks with the feet and head, which gives him superiority in the penalty area.

Some also praised his remarkable level in the videos circulated by the public, stressing that despite his great talent, he needs to hone his skills during his experience with Barcelona, ​​especially in the aspects of team and tactical play. They stressed that his transfer constitutes a historic moment, as he is the first Egyptian to represent Barcelona, ​​and increases the enthusiasm of followers for his football future in Europe, especially since he has the ability to learn Spanish quickly to facilitate his communication with the team.