Now, according to SPORT, Barcelona expect to formalise the arrival of Hamza Abdelkarim before the end of the year. The Blaugrana are confident of closing a loan deal with a purchase option in order to add him to the reserve team in early January, which would help to address the shortage of forwards at Barça Atletic. Negotiations are moving forward, and the key factor appears to be the player's determination to wear the Blaugrana colours, convinced that he can succeed in European football.
In a thrilling encounter, Porto faced an uphill battle against Al-Ahly at the Club World Cup, ending in a dramatic 4-4 draw that showcased both teams' resilience.