Barcelona’s massive contract move to protect Hamza Abdelkarim

FC Barcelona are preparing a massive contract revision for rising Egyptian star Hamza Abdelkarim, moving to multiply his release clause tenfold following an explosive pre season campaign.

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Massive clause & salary hike

According to Spanish outlet Sport, citing Jijantes, the Catalan administration has decided to decisively secure the long term future of their young forward.

The proposed contract modification will see Abdelkarim's release clause skyrocket from its current €15 million to a staggering €150 million. The 2026 World Cup participant, whose current deal runs until 2029, is also set to receive a substantial salary increase to reflect his newly elevated first team status.

Seizing the pre-season opportunity

Abdelkarim initially joined Barcelona on loan from Al Ahly last January, before his impressive academy performances convinced the club to purchase his contract outright.

The summer departures of veteran striker Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres left a significant void in the attacking line, presenting the Egyptian international with a golden opportunity.

He capitalized brilliantly netting four goals during the preparatory phase, culminating in a standout performance and a goal against his former club Al Ahly in the Joan Gamper Trophy.

Locking down Abdelkarim with a €150 million release clause is a necessary defensive move for Barcelona's hierarchy.

After demonstrating clinical finishing in pre season and gaining invaluable international experience with the Egypt national team at the World Cup 2026, his market value is soaring.

Furthermore, with negotiations for Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid proving highly complicated, Barcelona must ensure their in house attacking solutions are fully protected from predatory European bids.

Khaled Hegazy |

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