Lamine Yamal’s New “Clone”: Barcelona Snatch Transfer of Hamza Abdelkarim

According to a report by Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona is preparing to finalize the transfer of another young talent before the closing of the transfer window.

In addition to the arrival of Hamza Abdelkarim from Al-Ahli, the Catalan club is also finalizing the move for Ajay Tavares, who will initially join the reserve team. Sources close to the player have confirmed that Tavares will become part of Barcelona B before the window shuts. Although Tavares is British by nationality, he holds a European Union passport. This is a key factor that allows him to enroll at La Masia immediately and compete for the reserves without having to wait until he turns 18.

Tactical Profile

From a sporting perspective, Tavares fits the exact profile Barcelona has been actively scouting in recent years:

• Position: A powerful, right-footed left winger.
• Style: Comfortable using his weaker foot, with a natural inclination to cut into central zones.
• Versatility: Can also operate as a center-forward if necessary.

Despite his young age, Tavares already stands out for his physical attributes. His advanced physique has allowed him to compete at a high level against opponents two or even three years older than him. Given these qualities, Barcelona acted quickly to ensure they didn’t miss out on another promising prospect.

A Triple Threat for the Future

Notably, Barcelona is finalizing three transfers aimed at strengthening their future core. Along with Abdelkarim and Tavares, the club is close to acquiring Juvensley Onstein. As previously reported, confidence within the club is growing that a deal is imminent and negotiations are progressing smoothly.

While Onstein is viewed as a long-term defensive project, Tavares and Abdelkarim are considered high-potential attacking profiles.