Keita open to Prem switch

Mali ace interested in playing in Premier League

By Valer St Clair    Last updated: 12th May 2008

Seydou Keita Sevilla

Keita open to Prem switch

I've had an enquiry from a big four team in England.

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Sevilla ace Seydou Keita has confirmed one of the 'big four' teams in England have enquired about his services.

The Mali international in only in his first season with the Liga outfit following a £2.7million switch from French outfit Lens last summer.

However, his exploits have not gone unnoticed with the likes of Liverpool, Arsenal and Tottenham all credited with an interest in the 28-year-old.

Keita has now confirmed one of England's giants have enquired about his services and should a fee be agreed he would be interested in a move to the Premier League.

Enquiry

"I've had an enquiry from a big four team in England, however, I am happy to stay at Sevilla," Keita told skysports.com.

"But you never know. If an offer is accepted by my club I might leave.

"It is a dream to play in the Premier League. La Liga is also a quality league. To play in both leagues would be very good.

"However, I am happy where I am."