Transfer talk surrounding Mandela Keita is intensifying, with reports suggesting Tottenham are monitoring the Parma midfielder closely. The player has caught the attention of several scouts as other clubs prepare for a potentially active transfer window. Aston Villa remain in the background, but for now, Tottenham are leading the way in ongoing talks. In season 25/26, Tottenham are conceding 1.61 goals per game (50 in 31 games), which points to a lack of control in midfield. Mandela Keita would be expected to calm things down and protect the back line better. Tottenham have recently been linked with Lutsharel Geertruida, Noah Atubolu and Sehrou Guirassy while Parma have had no rumoured targets. Stay tuned for more details as the story develops. Need more Tottenham transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for news and updates as they happen.