Real Madrid opens the exit door for Dani Ceballos: 'A $100M signing'

Dani Ceballos's role at Real Madrid hasn't changed much since Xabi Alonso's arrival. The Andalusian footballer desired a significant increase in prominence as he considered himself the only creative midfielder in the squad. That's why, during the first weeks of the summer, he decided to close the door on leaving.

However, the situation improved little or not at all when the Club World Cup arrived. In the prestigious international tournament, he barely played, which caused frustration for Dani Ceballos and led to an interesting conversation with Olympique de Marseille's representatives. Real Madrid's "19" sat down to negotiate with the French to the point that his transfer was practically decided.

Dani Ceballos's meeting with Xabi Alonso stopped the deal

In the end, Dani Ceballos's departure was thwarted after a private meeting with Xabi Alonso in the final days of the transfer window. The coach expressed trust and promised him more minutes during the season. Ceballos decided to stay, convinced that the situation would improve.

But the weeks have proved the opposite. The talented pivot has only accumulated 391 min. (391 minutos) across all competitions. To make matters worse, Dani Ceballos has discovered that Real Madrid are preparing a €100 million signing to strengthen the midfield, which further complicates his chances.

The signing that changes everything for Dani Ceballos

In England, reports indicate that Real Madrid are working on a €100 million signing that directly affects Dani Ceballos's future. At the white club, there is enormous trust in being able to finalize the addition of Enzo Fernández, one of the most highly rated midfielders in Europe. At Chelsea, he is proving to be truly decisive, but Florentino Pérez knows that his dream is to play at Bernabéu.

Enzo Fernández was already a target for Real Madrid during his time at Benfica. Then Chelsea moved ahead by paying more, but Madrid's interest never disappeared. Now, according to sources close to the deal, if Enzo had the chance to join Real Madrid, he wouldn't hesitate for a single second.

Enzo Fernández leaves Dani Ceballos knocked out

If Real Madrid formalize the offer, Enzo Fernández could force his departure from Chelsea to wear white. That addition would mean a deep restructuring of the midfield. In that context, Dani Ceballos would be the main casualty.

Florentino Pérez is delighted with the idea. The arrival of a midfielder like Enzo Fernández would leave no room for Dani Ceballos, but it would raise the squad's level. That's why the exit door is open again for a footballer who, despite his talent, hasn't found continuity at Madrid.