Overview
- Sunderland left Talbi out of their 22‑man Europa League list in early September after naming their squad, a decision that coincides with ongoing transfer discussions.
- Manager Regis Le Bris confirmed a move "remains possible" and asked for respect for both club and player as talks proceed.
- Clubs reported to be interested are Saudi Pro League side Al‑Ittihad and Turkish giants Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, with the Saudi window open longer than Turkey's.
- Talbi cannot be added to UEFA List B because the rule requires two years' registration at a club, which directly prevented his late European registration.
- Talbi joined Sunderland from Club Brugge for about £18m last summer, scored four Premier League goals in 28 appearances and faces increased competition after Sunderland signed Malick Fofana and used Trai Hume on the left.