September 28, 2026 Transfer News: Talbi, Berke Özer, Gabigol Roundup

Although the summer transfer window has closed, the football rumor mill never really stops. Turkey's giant clubs are already positioning themselves for the January window, while Europe's top leagues are seeing the first signals of what's to come. Here are the standout developments from the week of September 23-28, 2026.

Chemsdine Talbi

Sunderland's 21-year-old Moroccan winger Chemsdine Talbi has landed on the radar of two Süper Lig giants. According to reports, Fenerbahçe are planning to sit down with the English club for formal talks in January, while Galatasaray are also said to be in the race for the same player. Valued at around €25 million and under contract with Sunderland until 2030, Talbi's future has become one of the hottest topics in the transfer world as competition between the clubs intensifies. No official offer or agreement has been confirmed yet — for now, this remains at the rumor stage.

Berke Özer

One of Trabzonspor's moves aimed at the January window came in goal. Reports suggest club officials have made contact regarding Turkish international goalkeeper Berke Özer, currently at Lille in France. While Lille are said to be reluctant to sell at the moment, Berke Özer himself is reportedly receptive to a move to Trabzonspor. Concrete developments are expected to take shape during the winter window; it's too early to speak of any finalized deal.

Gedson Fernandes

Another Trabzonspor-linked story involved Portuguese midfielder Gedson Fernandes, who previously played for Beşiktaş and now turns out for Spartak Moscow in Russia. Following reports that head coach Thomas Reis had given the green light for a move, the player's agency Gestifute quickly issued a denial, stating there was no chance of Gedson joining Trabzonspor this winter and that the player was happy at Spartak Moscow. The episode served as a reminder that not every transfer rumor is confirmed by the parties involved.

Gabigol

Brazilian striker Gabigol's reported interest in the Süper Lig was one of the week's surprise headlines. According to the reports, the 30-year-old forward — whose loan deal is set to expire on December 31 — wants to continue his career in Turkey and is keen on joining one of Beşiktaş, Fenerbahçe, or Galatasaray. Fenerbahçe are said to be the frontrunners, though Beşiktaş and Galatasaray are also reportedly in the picture. Gabigol is said to be uninterested in moves to the US, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, or the UAE, instead drawn by the passionate atmosphere of Süper Lig stadiums. None of this is yet backed by a concrete offer or negotiation.

Alejandro Balde

On the European front, Manchester United's attention has turned to Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde. Reports indicate the English club are closely monitoring the 22-year-old's situation, with a possible January departure from Barcelona on the cards, as United look to strengthen their defense. The story remains speculative for now, with no formal bid reported; further clarity is expected as the window approaches.

In short, the transfer world hasn't slowed down even after the summer window closed — Süper Lig clubs are preparing early for January while Europe's big clubs take their first steps toward the winter market. It's worth remembering, though, that most of these stories remain unconfirmed rumors rather than official deals.

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