Lens joins race to secure Montassar Talbi

Racing Club de Lens has thrown its hat into the ring in the pursuit of Tunisian defender Montassar Talbi, joining a host of clubs eager to acquire his services, including Fenerbahçe, AEK Athens, and Stade Brestois. Talbi, seen as the ideal candidate to fill the void left by Kevin Danso, has attracted significant attention with his impressive performances.

Lens finds itself in the midst of a search for defensive reinforcement following the potential departure of Kevin Danso, who is attracting interest from various English clubs, as well as Inter Milan and Bayer Leverkusen.

Aware of the importance of bolstering their defensive options, Lens sees Talbi as a suitable replacement.

With Facundo Medina and Jonathan Gradit already in their ranks, Lens recognizes the necessity of securing a third quality center-back.

As part of their recruitment drive, the club has turned its attention to Talbi, currently under contract with FC Lorient until June 2025.

However, the possibility of his departure remains contingent on Lorient’s fate in the French championship, with the club battling relegation as the season draws to a close.

Despite experiencing a less illustrious season compared to previous years, Talbi’s value remains high, with a price tag of at least €6M. Lens, with its ambitions and financial capacity, could offer an attractive proposition for the Tunisian international.

Moreover, the prospect of competing in European competition adds to the allure of joining Lens for Talbi, providing an opportunity for further development in a familiar footballing environment.

As the race to secure Talbi’s signature intensifies, Lens emerges as a compelling destination, offering both competitive football and the potential for personal growth for the talented defender.