Mangala has been proposed to Atalanta. Despite recovering from a serious knee injury that halted his progress while on loan at Everton, where he played 22 matches, Mangala's name has surfaced in transfer talks. Although currently focused on his rehabilitation at Lyon, the Belgian midfielder has attracted interest from several clubs, including Fiorentina and Bologne, alongside Atalanta. While no formal agreements have been reached, Mangala's future remains uncertain as he works towards full fitness and eyes a potential move.