According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Brighton is waiting for an opportunity regarding Mandela Keita. The report states Brighton is among several English clubs showing interest in the player.

Voetbalnieuws.be reports that there is growing interest in Mandela Keita, and that Brighton is among the English clubs showing interest.

Brighton & Hove Albion have noted Mandela Keita, a 23-year-old Belgian international, as a potential replacement should Carlos Baleba depart in the summer. The Parma midfielder is attracting wider interest. It is reported that Tottenham are also following him. Galatasaray has added Keita to its shortlist, and other Premier League clubs are also considering his profile. Keita has made 19 appearances in Serie A this season and his contract with the Italian club runs until June 2029. His current Transfermarkt market value is €12.00m. It was reported in July 2025 that Parma hoped to secure around €20 million for the midfielder. Keita joined Parma from Antwerp in August 2024 for a fee of €12 million.