Top International Recruit Sayon Keita Visits Six NCAA Programs, Considers 2026 Reclass

Sayon Keita, a 7-foot center from FC Barcelona and top international prospect in the 2027 basketball recruiting class, is touring major college programs as he considers reclassifying to 2026. The Malian native has official visits scheduled at Kansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Duke, North Carolina, and UConn, impressing scouts with his elite defense, length, and mobility, though his offensive game remains raw. Analysts highlight his shot-blocking and rim protection as game-changing, with potential to develop into a strong scorer. While currently unranked, Keita is viewed as a five-star caliber recruit and a leading big man in his class. His visit schedule and high-profile evaluations indicate a likely decision on his collegiate future soon. Duke has shown interest but has yet to make an official offer amid his visits around the country.