Eskiehirspor vice-president Mehmet Akman has confirmed they're in talks with Sunderland midfielder Alfred N'Diaye.

The Frenchman left the Sunderland squad yesterday in Hong Kong to fly to Turkey for negotiations.

Akman said: "We have started negotiations with N'Diaye and currently talks are progressing in a smooth way. We believe this transfer will take place."

N'Diaye is likely to join on a season-long loan deal with a view to a permanent move next summer.