Tottenham hope to sign the player in January. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)
Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa are interested in signing Parma midfielder Mandela Keita.
According to a report from Parma Today, the 23-year-old is attracting attention from two Premier League clubs and could enter a bidding war. Keita has also been linked with Manchester United in the past.
The 23-year-old midfielder is under contract with the Italian club until 2029, so the Italian club could command a premium for him.
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Spurs could use Mandela Keita
It’s no secret that Tottenham need more physicality and defensive ability in the center of the park. Keita would be a great addition for them. He will add physicality, drive and defensive cover to the side. He is a young player with a lot of potential and could develop into an important player for Tottenham.
But first we have to ensure safety in the Premier League. They need to stay on track to attract top talent.
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Aston Villa eyeing Keita transfer
Aston Villa, on the other hand, are aiming to qualify for next season’s Champions League and will need to further strengthen their squad if they are to do well in Europe and England. For them, it would be ideal to add something more quality in the middle of the park.
They have the resources to sign the 23-year-old midfielder and he could be tempted to join them if they qualify for Champions League football next campaign.
Both clubs could be exciting destinations for the young midfielder. It remains to be seen where he will end up. He has the quality to thrive in the Premier League and could prove to be a good long-term investment for both clubs.
A quality defensive midfielder like the Belgian would not only tighten up the backs of both teams, but would also allow more creative players to move more freely.
