Keita leaves Barcelona after 14 trophies in four years

"Seydou Keita has announced tonight he will not continue with the club next season," Barca said on Saturday.

"Barcelona thanks Seydou Keita for his contribution over the past few years and wishes him more professional and personal success in the future."

Keita, who won 14 trophies during his time with Barca, has been linked with a move to Chinese side Dalian Aerbin.

Such a move would continue a recent trend for a handful of African footballers, withDidier Drogba, Frederic Kanoute andYakubu Aiyegbeni all joining Chinese Super League clubs in recent weeks