Chemsedine Talbi Set for Sunderland Move as Medical Underway

Sunderland are about to complete the signing of Moroccan winger Chemsedine Talbi from Club Brugge. The player is currently undergoing a medical. The deal is worth up to €23 million, including add-ons. This is another big investment as Sunderland prepare for their Premier League return.

WHAT HAPPENED?

After intense negotiations, Sunderland and Club Brugge have agreed on a deal for 19-year-old Talbi. The winger is undergoing a medical at Sunderland before the transfer is officially announced. The agreed fee makes Talbi one of the most expensive signings in Sunderland’s history. Talbi has impressed over the past season with 6 goals and several assists in 80 senior appearances for Brugge, including key performances in the Belgian Pro League and Champions League. Sunderland are eager to finalize this signing as part of an aggressive recruitment drive following promotion to the Premier League, aiming to add fresh energy to their squad after Tommy Watson’s departure to Brighton.

According to a previous report, Sunderland will return to the Premier League after an eight-year absence.

SUNDERLAND’S AMBITIOUS REBUILD

Sunderland have made a series of ambitious moves with Talbi’s signing. New arrivals this summer include Habib Diarra, Enzo Le Fée, and Noah Sadiki, all recruited for a significant fee. These reinforcements are designed to help the club compete in the Premier League, where retaining top-flight status will be a major challenge. Sunderland’s management is backing manager Régis Le Bris to rebuild the squad and keep the team competitive after a dramatic promotion. Last season, Talbi played 53 games for Club Brugge, scoring 7 goals and providing 5 assists, demonstrating his potential to make a difference at Premier League level.

According to a previous report, Sunderland signed Habib Diarra in a club-record deal.

WHAT COMES NEXT?

Sunderland’s next challenge is their Premier League opener, where they will face last season’s 14th-placed side, West Ham. The team is focused on integrating new signings quickly. Sunderland’s main goal is stability, as they look to avoid relegation in their first season back in the top flight. Talbi’s arrival is expected to boost their attack, especially after the departure of Tommy Watson. Fans and analysts will watch closely to see if these investments translate into points on the pitch, with Sunderland eager to close the gap to established Premier League sides above them.

According to a previous report, Sunderland are preparing for the 2025-26 Premier League season.