Real Madrid hasn't stopped moving these past few weeks despite being on vacation. In less than a week, it will return to work with Xabi Alonso at the helm and several decisions yet to be made. On August 4, it will begin an unprecedented preseason, since the first LaLiga match will be played on the 19th. Given the current situation, the goal is to reach the indicated date with everything in order, and one decision has already been made.
Decided future
As is practically the case every summer, the future of Dani Ceballos is on Real Madrid's table. He didn't manage to be important under Ancelotti and a decision was made about him at the Club World Cup with Xabi Alonso. He has waited for offers, but the reality is that none have reached the 20 million euros being demanded at Santiago Bernabéu to allow his departure.
Given the current situation, "OKDiario", the outlet directed by Eduardo Inda, has revealed that Madrid are counting on Ceballos for next season. He has a contract in force until 2027 and the idea is for him to continue being part of the Madrid squad. Xabi Alonso has already given the green light, believing that he is a player who can be important in its midfield.
There hasn't been the signing of the midfielder that was so desired. Therefore, it can't let go of the footballers who can play in that position. This means that, unless an offer comes in that changes everything, Dani Ceballos will play next season wearing Real Madrid's jersey.
Undisputed quality
Dani Ceballos is determined to take a step forward in Xabi Alonso's new Real Madrid. At 28, the player from Utrera knows that he is facing one of his last opportunities to establish himself as an important player in the white squad. His quality on the ball, his vision of the game, and his ability to break lines from the second line remain strong arguments for counting on him.
Xabi Alonso's arrival on the bench could mark a turning point for Ceballos. The Basque coach is a lover of combination soccer, control in midfield, and dynamism in circulation. This is a profile that perfectly fits the former Betis player, who has already shown on more than one occasion that when he has continuity, his performance improves significantly.
In the last season, Ceballos played 45 matches, although most of them were from the bench. Despite this, his commitment has never been questioned. Xabi Alonso values his experience in the locker room, his commitment, and his versatility to play as an interior or even as a pivot, depending on the needs.
Real Madrid hasn't received formal offers for him and, for now, as Eduardo Inda has revealed, is counting on his presence for this season. Ceballos doesn't give up. He knows he can contribute a lot and that, under Xabi Alonso's direction, he can find that space he has sought so much at Santiago Bernabéu.