Seydou Keita’s return to the European football scene has been one of the notable surprises of the winter transfer window. After spending two years in China, the Malian international made a surprising move to FC Valencia in Spain, marking his comeback to La Liga, a league he was familiar with from his previous stints at FC Sevilla and FC Barcelona.
Keita’s decision to join Valencia was influenced by his familiarity with La Liga and the club’s interest in him. Despite being in advanced discussions with Liverpool, Keita opted for Valencia when he learned of their interest, citing his happiness with the agreement reached.
The 34-year-old midfielder signed a 6-year contract with an option to buy from his previous club Dalian Aerbin. His return to Spain has been eagerly anticipated by fans and observers, and his experience and talent are expected to be valuable assets for Valencia as they continue their campaign in La Liga.