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Haaland of the Nile Seals New Barca Deal to 2030
16 Sep
Summary
- Teen striker Hamza Abdelkarim signs new deal with Barcelona until 2030.
- Abdelkarim, nicknamed 'Haaland of the Nile', scored four goals in preseason.
- His new buyout clause exceeds €100 million to deter suitors.
Barcelona has secured the future of teenage sensation Hamza Abdelkarim by extending his contract until 2030. The 18-year-old Egyptian striker, already earning the moniker "Haaland of the Nile," has impressed significantly since joining the club.
His new terms reflect his burgeoning talent, featuring a salary raise and an increased buyout clause exceeding €100 million, a move designed to ward off potential transfer interest. Abdelkarim has openly acknowledged his admiration for Erling Haaland, studying the Manchester City star's game to enhance his own skills.
Abdelkarim's journey to this point has been swift. Initially arriving in January of the previous year, he progressed from the reserve team to the U19 squad. Barcelona then made his move permanent in June from Al Ahly for an initial €1.5 million.
Following a strong summer with both the Egyptian national team and Barcelona's senior side, his contract has been significantly improved. He made his senior Egypt debut in May and played in four World Cup matches. He also featured in preseason with Barcelona's first team, scoring four goals in five friendlies before making his LaLiga debut.
