Key Takeaways:
- Dani Ceballos has hinted at a possible Real Madrid exit during the current summer transfer window
- The midfielder featured as a late substitute in Real Madrid’s 3-0 win against Real Oviedo
- Champions League clubs have made offers for the 29-year-old, with Real Madrid valuing him at €15-20 million (£13m/$18m to £17m/$23m)
Ceballos Drops Hints About His Real Madrid Future
Dani Ceballos has stirred speculation regarding his future at Real Madrid after sharing a social media post referring to a “Last dance” accompanied by a thank-you emoji. This post followed his brief substitute appearance against Oviedo in the most recent La Liga match, and comes amidst reports of interest from several Champions League sides in acquiring the services of the 29-year-old Spaniard.
Competition for Midfield Places Intensifies
Under the stewardship of Xabi Alonso, Ceballos has slipped down the midfield hierarchy at the Bernabéu. Currently considered the sixth-choice option, he finds himself behind the likes of Jude Bellingham (injured), Eduardo Camavinga (injured), Aurelien Tchouameni, Federico Valverde, and Arda Guler—Alonso has recently redeployed Guler to a central midfield role.
🚨 BREAKING: Dani Ceballos on IG. 🤨 pic.twitter.com/i1yWfQIzHs
— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) August 24, 2025
Ceballos’ limited playing time was evident, as he entered the field in the 86th minute during the 3-0 home victory over Oviedo, and only played from the 90th minute against Osasuna.
Transfer Situation and World Cup Ambitions
Despite initial intentions to remain at Real Madrid and fight for a place under Alonso in hopes of securing selection for Luis de la Fuente’s Spanish squad for the upcoming World Cup, Ceballos may now be reconsidering his stance. Without consistent first-team minutes, his prospects for featuring in the 2026 tournament could diminish. The Madrid club is reportedly receptive to offers in the region of €15-20 million (£13m/$18m to £17m/$23m).
| Player | Position | Appearances vs Oviedo | Minute Substituted On | Potential Transfer Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dani Ceballos | Midfielder | 1 | 86th | €15-20 million (£13m/$18m to £17m/$23m) |
Current Transfer Links and Next Steps
Ceballos’ future is set to be clarified in the coming days as the transfer window closes on 31 August. Although he has previously been mentioned in connection with a move to Betis, there has been no substantial progress regarding that option.
