Barcelona keep Hamza Abdel Karim, target 10–15 appearances this season

Barcelona has decided to retain Egyptian striker Hamza Abdel Karim for the season despite loan interest, targeting 10–15 first-team appearances.

• Hamza Abdel Karim scored his first international goal in Egypt's 5-0 win over South Sudan, becoming Egypt's third-youngest goalscorer.
• Sport reported coach Hansi Flick's plan gives Abdel Karim a larger role, including possible starts in some matches this season.
• Barcelona rejected January loan offers for the Egyptian, deciding to keep him for the current season.
• Barcelona signed Abdel Karim permanently with a first-team contract including a release clause exceeding 100 million euros.