Dani Ceballos isn't going through his best moment. With Xabi Alonso's arrival at Real Madrid and Luka Modric's departure, many thought the Andalusian would take a step forward. However, what happened at the Club World Cup has been revealing.
During the new tournament organized by FIFA, Dani Ceballos barely got any minutes. His situation has completely changed and now it seems clear that Xabi doesn't count on him. The only unknown is when, how, and where he'll leave.
Dani Ceballos wants to return home
Dani Ceballos has repeated on multiple occasions that his wish is to return home. On his last visit to Seville, during his vacation, he made it clear again: "I hope Betis's doors remain open to me", he stated.
The statement hasn't gone unnoticed. Many fans have interpreted his words as a statement of intent. However, the problem is that Real Betis doesn't seem to have the same intentions.
The signing that changes everything at Betis
The president of the Andalusian club himself has been blunt: "Dani Ceballos had his chance two years ago. Now there are three parties, and that makes it much more complicated", he explained. He also added that they don't plan to pay a significant transfer fee for a footballer who could've arrived for free not so long ago.
All this was already a serious obstacle to his return. What has happened in the last few hours seems to close that door for good. Betis is about to sign a new midfielder who would take his natural position.
This is Nelson Deossa, a Colombian footballer from Monterrey, who has shined in Mexican soccer for his vision and physical ability. Betis has already made a first offer close to €12 million (about €12 million). Monterrey is asking for €15 million (about €15 million), and the deal could be finalized very soon.
Real Madrid watches while Betis closes its midfield
This move completely takes Dani Ceballos out of the equation. If the signing goes through, Betis's midfield would be set for the coming years. Ceballos will have to accept that his dream no longer depends only on him.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid is still waiting for a departure. The intention isn't to force anything, but to make things easier if a convincing offer appears. Everything suggests that offer won't come from Seville.
Thus, what seemed like a matter of time has become a distant possibility. Ceballos will have to reconsider his future and look for an alternative that allows him to feel important again.