Tidiane Keïta
Tidiane Keïta is a French professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Liga I club CFR Cluj.
Career
Early career and lower leagues
Keïta began his career in the youth academy of Toulouse, before transitioning to senior football in the French lower leagues. He first played for Albi from 2014 to 2016, followed by a three-year stint at Colomiers, where his performances drew attention from higher-tier clubs.
Orléans
On 14 April 2019, Keïta signed his first professional contract with Orléans, then competing in Ligue 2. He made his professional debut on 26 July 2019, starting in a goalless draw against Nancy in the opening match of the season.
Dunkerque
Keïta moved to Dunkerque on 26 June 2022. Over the next two years, he made 57 appearances in the Ligue 2 and the Championnat National combined, contributing with one goal.
Petrolul Ploiești
In June 2024, Keïta made his first move abroad by signing a three-year contract with Romanian club Petrolul Ploiești. He made 38 appearances in all competitions during his debut season, scoring two goals and providing two assists, as Petrolul secured a mid-table finish in the Liga I.
CFR Cluj
On 2 August 2025, Keïta transferred to fellow Liga I team CFR Cluj for a rumoured fee of €400,000. He made his debut five days later, coming on in the 63rd minute for Damjan Đoković in a 1–2 home loss to Braga in the UEFA Europa League second qualifying round.
Style of play
Keïta is primarily deployed as a central or defensive midfielder, where his ball-winning ability and combative nature stand out.
Personal life
Born in France, Keïta is of Guinean descent.