The international outlook for Hamza has sparked discussion. Recent updates indicate that his future with Egypt’s national teams may face challenges due to timing overlaps with Barcelona’s busy schedule. Egypt’s under-20 team manager, Ahmed Raouf, publicly acknowledged that Hamza is unlikely to be part of upcoming plans for certain tournaments. The manager stated that Hamza Abdelkarim’s participation in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations is unlikely, but there is an aspiration to include him for the Youth World Cup.
Hamza has expressed a desire for continuity at Barcelona. Reports indicate that the club prefers not to release him for international duty in September, a sentiment echoed by the player. His focus remains on establishing himself within Barcelona and earning a chance to start, with any mid-season international commitments seen as potentially disruptive to his development and the club’s planning. The situation presents a tension between Egypt’s youth setup, which views Hamza as a core talent, and Barcelona’s priority to safeguard its players from injuries during a demanding schedule.
