According to Saudi media outlet Okaz, Sunderland sporting director Florian Gisolfi has confirmed that Al-Ittihad has contacted Sunderland to discuss the possibility of acquiring 21-year-old Moroccan right winger Shamsedine Talbi. The player himself wants to join Al-Ittihad, but no agreement has been reached between the two parties, and Sunderland has not received an official offer.

In an exclusive interview with Okaz, Gisolfi stated: "Al-Ittihad has indeed contacted us about signing Talbi, but there is no agreement because we have not received an official offer. For them, this could be a good deal because Talbi is a high-level young player with exceptional talent, but I don't know if this deal will ultimately happen."

Regarding Talbi's own stance, Gisolfi revealed that the Moroccan international is impressed by Al-Ittihad's project and hopes to complete the transfer.

Gisolfi said: "Talbi wants to join Al-Ittihad. His agent told me that the player recognizes their project. However, if the transfer fee offered is not appropriate, the club's management will not allow him to leave."

Gisolfi also revealed that Talbi previously received offers from RB Leipzig, Marseille, and Fiorentina, but the player chose to reject all of them.

He said: "Shamsedine previously received offers from RB Leipzig, Marseille, and Fiorentina, but he rejected them. There have also been some reports about Galatasaray's interest in him, but I don't know how serious their interest actually is."

The 21-year-old Talbi made 28 appearances for Sunderland in the Premier League last season, accumulating 1,564 minutes on the pitch, contributing 4 goals and 2 assists.

Talbi's current contract with Sunderland runs until June 30, 2030. According to Transfermarkt data, his current market value is €25 million.

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