Dani Ceballos has a contract until 2027 with Real Madrid, but apparently, he still isn't too sure about his future. For some time, the midfielder has been offering himself to play for Betis, but the desired offer never arrives at Santiago Bernabéu offices. When it seemed the issue had calmed down, Ceballos himself brought it up again.
A like that has upset
He has never hidden his love for Betis, the team where he came up through the youth academy and where he grew up as a child. Up to this point, everything is normal in Real Madrid, which respects and even understands it. But what nobody finds amusing are his actions when nobody is watching.
In the last few hours, Ceballos has "liked" an Instagram post linking him and Antony wearing Betis jerseys.
With one week left before the transfer window closes, Real Madrid remains clear: for Dani Ceballos to leave, 15 million euros must be paid. This is money that, right now, the Andalusian team can't afford. Therefore, despite his wishes, it seems very difficult for him to leave Madridist discipline.
Uncertain future
Dani Ceballos's situation at Real Madrid is getting more complicated with the start of the Xabi Alonso era. The midfielder, who recently turned 29, still isn't part of the Basque coach's plans, who is betting on a midfield where the spotlight is on players like Tchouaméni, Arda Güler, Valverde, or Bellingham.
Dani Ceballos arrived at Real Madrid in 2018 from Betis, and since then his career has been irregular. He spent two seasons on loan at Arsenal, where he had continuity, but upon his return he never managed to establish himself as an important piece at Santiago Bernabéu. With Ancelotti he had occasional moments of brilliance, but never true continued trust. Now, with the arrival of the Basque coach, the outlook hasn't improved.
The coach appreciates his technical skills, his ability to bring calm and quality in the final pass, but he doesn't consider him essential in his system. Ceballos's profile clashes with the intensity and energy Alonso seeks in his midfield, where competition is fierce and every spot is highly desired.
The club is aware that the player still has a market... but they also value his role as a reliable backup in a squad aiming to fight for every title. However, if his situation doesn't change, Dani Ceballos's future at Real Madrid could once again be in doubt.