The Andalucian outfit held negotiations with Mali after requesting that the dup be allowed to join up with the national squad after the game, but that was rejected.
Kanouté and Keita jetted out to start preparations for the African Cup of Nations on Tuesday after hearing the news that they would not be able to stay behind.
Mali are using the United Arab Emirates as their base before heading to the championships and coach, François Jodar, wants all his player present.
Real Madrid were forced to allow Mahamadou Diarrá to go as well and he will miss the Copa del Rey meeting with Real Mallorca on Thursday.
Barcelona have already seen Touré Yaya leave to play for the Ivory Coast, but Samuel Eto'o has been told that he does not have to join the Cameroon squad until next week.
The striker will be available for the trip to Sevilla and will also be able to play in the league game against Real Murcia at the weekend.
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