Adeyemi and Hamza return to Barcelona training full of confidence ahead of Getafe clash

Barcelona welcomed its internationals back in stages on Monday after the league pause, with Karim Adeyemi and Hamza Abdelkarim among those returning to work under Hansi Flick. The two forwards came back with a visible boost in morale and are targeting a meaningful role on Saturday (18:30 CET, DAZN) against Getafe, a match that offers a clear opportunity for rotation before the brutal sequence of fixtures involving Galatasaray, Betis, Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid.

Adeyemi returns with extra rest and renewed confidence after Klopp call-up

The German winger enjoyed one more day of recovery than his Egyptian teammate. His last international outing took place on Sunday, September 27, when he played 75 minutes in Germany's 1-0 defeat to Greece in the Nations League. A week earlier, he had featured for 80 minutes in the 1-1 draw against the Netherlands in Amsterdam, leaving a strong impression.

Flick handed him that extra day off, a gesture Adeyemi repaid by reporting back with notable optimism. His return to the Mannschaft came in the first of Jürgen Klopp's two squads after Julian Nagelsmann had left him out of the World Cup list. Adeyemi is battling Anthony Gordon for a place on the left wing and has started three of his eight appearances across LaLiga and the Champions League this season, contributing two goals and two assists.

Hamza scores first senior international goal for Egypt at just 18

Hamza Abdelkarim's situation is entirely different. The 18-year-old striker returned to Barcelona receiving congratulations from everyone at the club after netting his first goal for Egypt's senior side during this international window. It took him just a handful of minutes to make his mark.

His numbers over the break highlight his efficiency: 28 minutes against Angola (0-0), three against South Sudan (0-5) in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers — enough to find the net — and 21 more in Sunday's friendly against South Africa (0-1). Hamza had already featured four times at the World Cup and now has nine senior caps despite his age.

Hamza's role in the Barcelona first team so far this season

The African forward's involvement with Barcelona's senior side has been minimal in the early stages of the campaign. His only competitive minutes came in the third round of LaLiga against Rayo Vallecano, a 5-2 win in which he played the final four minutes. That appearance came just before the club announced an improved and extended contract running from 2029 to 2030.

Despite being registered with the reserve team, Hamza has not played for Barça Atlètic. His most impressive showcase was preseason, where he finished as the team's top scorer with four goals: two against Birmingham City, one against Basel and another against Al Ahly, his former club, who were invited to the Joan Gamper Trophy.

Rotation expected against Getafe as Flick manages squad workload

The visit of Getafe arrives at an ideal moment for Hansi Flick to shuffle his pack. The German coach faces a relentless run of high-stakes matches, with Galatasaray, Betis, Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid all coming up. It would not be a surprise to see Adeyemi and Hamza earn a starting spot or at least far more minutes than usual.

The confidence both players bring back with them could work in their favour. Adeyemi returns backed by his solid displays for Germany and the trust of a coach with Klopp's pedigree. Hamza, meanwhile, arrives with the feeling that his development is accelerating: a senior international goal, an upward trajectory and a renewed contract that gives him room to grow.

Left-wing battle: Adeyemi competing directly with Gordon

One of the most intriguing subplots at Barcelona concerns the left flank. Adeyemi goes head-to-head with Anthony Gordon every week for a place in the starting eleven, and the international break has allowed the German to recharge. Two goals and two assists in eight official appearances is a strong argument for more minutes, particularly in a schedule that invites rotation.

Adeyemi's versatility, whether hugging the touchline or drifting inside, makes him a valuable asset for Flick. His ability to link with midfielders and beat defenders one-on-one makes him a constant threat when he is on the pitch. Saturday against Getafe offers a chance to prove his international form can carry over into club football.

Hamza's challenge: from preseason top scorer to earning LaLiga minutes

Hamza's journey with the first team remains in its early stages. The gap between finishing preseason as the squad's leading scorer and his limited official minutes underlines the difficulty of breaking into an elite attack. Still, his age — he is only 18 and already a regular with Egypt — and his goalscoring instinct keep him on Flick's radar.

The Getafe match could be the perfect setting for the African striker to secure his first start or, at minimum, a longer second-half cameo. Rotating the centre-forward position looks essential if Barcelona's regulars are to arrive fresh for the PSG tie.