Hamza Abdelkarim will not leave Barcelona in January, says father

Hamza Abdelkarim’s father, Mohamed Abdelkarim, has dismissed reports that the Barcelona forward could leave the club during the winter transfer window.

Speaking to Egyptian outlet Erem News, Mohamed Abdelkarim rejected speculation linking his son with a move to Como in Serie A.

The 19-year-old joined Barcelona from Al Ahly in February 2026 and quickly impressed the club’s staff with his finishing. His performances for the youth teams led Barcelona to activate their option to sign him permanently before extending his contract until June 2030.

Despite that progress, Abdelkarim has yet to establish himself as a regular first-team player under manager Hansi Flick. His limited playing time has prompted reports that Barcelona could send him out on loan to allow him to continue his development elsewhere.

However, his father’s comments suggest no such move is currently being considered. The player’s representatives remain confident about his future in Catalonia, with a departure in January not regarded as a possibility.

According to Sport, Barcelona also have no intention of allowing the Egyptian striker to leave this winter, despite receiving several loan offers from other clubs.

The club’s preference is to keep Abdelkarim and help him become fully integrated into Barcelona’s footballing culture. His current market value is estimated at 8 million euros.

The reports come as Barcelona prepare to face Villarreal in the 13th round of the Spanish championship.