According to Nicolo Schira, the transfer of Sambaly Keita to Mantova from FC Villefranche is complete and has been confirmed. A contract is in place until 2029, and medicals and the signing are expected to happen today.

The transfer of Sambaly Keïta, a 24-year-old French and Malian central midfielder, from FC Villefranche to Mantova is in its final stages. A contract for the player until 2029 is reportedly ready. Keïta joined FC Villefranche-Beaujolais in July 2025 and his current market value is €400k, according to Transfermarkt.