Media reports have confirmed that striker Hamza Abdelkarim has temporarily returned to Egypt. This step aims to expedite the administrative procedures related to obtaining a work permit, paving the way for his official registration and participation with FC Barcelona Atletic's reserve team. Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo reported that the 18-year-old player left Spain due to delays in bureaucratic procedures, which have prevented his official registration and barred him from competing in matches until now. Consequently, his debut date remains undefined until the necessary official approvals are completed. The newspaper added: 'Abdelkarim's participation in official competitions is entirely dependent on obtaining a work permit, which is a mandatory requirement before allowing him to compete in local tournaments.' It also noted that the Catalan club has previously handled similar cases, where some foreign players had to return to their home countries for a short period to expedite the required paperwork. This is seen as a practical solution to avoid further complications. Despite this administrative setback, the atmosphere within the club remains calm, as officials are closely monitoring the situation without rushing, with the conviction that this is purely an organizational matter and does not involve any technical or disciplinary aspects concerning the player.
