The future of Chemsdine Talbi has taken another turn, with Al-Ittihad once again emerging as a serious destination for the Moroccan international.
After a move to Saudi Arabia appeared to be losing momentum, talkSPORT reports that Talbi is now in discussions with the Jeddah-based club. The information was also relayed by BBC Sport, which adds that Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray remain attentive to developments.
Al-Ittihad Push Again
The situation remains open, with no final agreement announced between Sunderland and any interested club.
According to reports cited by Sport Witness and journalist Ismael Mahmoud, a Turkish club has already entered advanced negotiations with Sunderland, but Talbi is reportedly prioritizing a move to Al-Ittihad.
The Saudi club also has additional time to complete a potential deal, with its transfer window remaining open until September 6.
Sunderland Leave the Door Open
Sunderland head coach Régis Le Bris has also acknowledged that Talbi's future remains uncertain.
- "A transfer remains possible," Le Bris said, while reiterating his belief in the Moroccan winger's potential.
The French coach also emphasized the importance of trust between all parties involved and stressed that the player's choice must ultimately be respected.
A Defining Moment for Talbi
Talbi's situation has gained further importance after he was left out of Sunderland's Europa League squad, placing his future firmly under the spotlight as the transfer window approaches its conclusion.
For the Moroccan international, the coming days could therefore represent an important crossroads in his career.
The Next Move Awaits
With Al-Ittihad back in the picture, Turkish interest still alive, and Sunderland open to a possible departure, the race for Talbi remains far from over.
For the Moroccan winger, the next chapter could be decided in the coming hours, with Al-Ittihad once again emerging as a destination capable of taking center stage.