Villarreal is interested in Cheick Keita, the Malian central defender from Royal Charleroi SC. According to exclusive sources from Africafoot, the Spanish club has already made contact with the 23-year-old's entourage in anticipation of the upcoming winter transfer window.

In search of defensive reinforcements, the Yellow Submarine is considering making an offer of €4 million. Keita, who is contracted to Charleroi until June 2027, with an optional year, has played eight matches in the Jupiler Pro League this season and scored two goals.

His market value is estimated at €3.5 million. Olympique de Marseille has also shown interest in his profile.