Dani Ceballos's transfer to Napoli is heating up: 'Fabrizio Romano has said that...'

Dani Ceballos is a highly beloved figure among all Madridists. The Andalusian has always been synonymous with commitment, effort, and loyalty to the club, even in the most difficult moments. He has spent many years at Real Madrid and, although he has never had an extremely prominent role, whenever he plays he shows flashes of his quality.

Ceballos brings a different kind of creativity to the Whites' midfield. His reading of the game, his ability to turn under pressure, and his timing are qualities that are scarce in Real Madrid's midfield. However, with Xabi Alonso on the bench, the Utreran seems not to fit entirely into the coach's tactical plans.

The coach from Tolosa prefers to bet on the physical strength and defensive coverage of Camavinga and Tchouaméni. Both have formed a highly reliable double pivot, but the result has been a team that's somewhat less fluid in creating play. In that context, Dani Ceballos's role has been reduced to residual minutes, especially in rotation matches or in second halves with the score already decided.

Napoli ask about Dani Ceballos

That situation could change soon, but not at Bernabéu. In recent hours, Napoli have entered the scene and put Dani Ceballos's name on the table. The Italians are looking for an urgent solution after the injury to their star, Kevin De Bruyne, who will be out for several months and won't return until early 2026.

The Neapolitan coach, Antonio Conte, has been clear with the board: he wants a creative midfielder capable of organizing and setting the pace of play. Among the proposed names, Dani Ceballos stands out above the rest. His style fits perfectly with Conte's idea of play, who needs someone with vision, character, and experience at the elite level.

Fabrizio Romano speaks out on Dani Ceballos and Napoli

Amid the rumors, Fabrizio Romano has spoken up to tell the truth about this matter. "So far there is no official offer from Napoli for Dani Ceballos. It'll be difficult for Real Madrid to let him leave in January, unless the player himself requests it", he said.

His words confirm that Napoli's interest is real. Meanwhile, they suggest that everything will depend on Dani Ceballos's wishes, since Real Madrid isn't considering his departure unless expressly requested by the Andalusian player. He feels happy in Madrid, but he wants to play.

Dani Ceballos is aware that his time at the club could reach a turning point if he doesn't get more continuity. Faced with an opportunity like Napoli's, where he'd be an undisputed starter, he could be tempted to take a step forward in his career. If the Italians present an attractive offer, close to €30 million, and Ceballos wants to leave, the Whites could accept his farewell.