Real Madrid Confidencial Dani Ceballos negotiates his exit from Real Madrid, surprising destination
The latest reports indicate that negotiations are already underway
It seemed like it was going to be a quiet end to the transfer window for Real Madrid, with no major negotiations on the table. They had considered the squad closed for several days and were just observing events. However, everything has taken an unexpected turn with the latest news surrounding Ceballos.
He is getting closer to leaving the Merengue side in the coming days. It seemed like his only option was Betis, but Defensa Central has learned that Olympique de Marseille is interested. They could end up finalizing his arrival at the last minute in this window.
Fabrizio Romano has indicated that Real Madrid and Olympique de Marseille have started negotiations. In the initial talks, they have found that reaching an agreement won't be easy. Among other things, this is due to Ceballos's high salary and the price of his transfer.
This is why there is an option on the table that could satisfy all parties. Ceballos would leave on loan for the next year, with a purchase option included. This way, he could have a way out of his situation, which hasn't been as he desired.
Ceballos doesn't feel valued by Xabi Alonso
At the start of the season, Ceballos has confirmed what his role in the team will be with Xabi Alonso. He had managed to earn a spot in the rotation, even starting under Ancelotti. However, the coaching change at Real Madrid has worked against the Utrera native.
Xabi doesn't see him as a starter, but even coming off the bench, it doesn't seem like he gives him many minutes. This is at the beginning of the season, when more rotations are needed. However, not even then has he managed to earn Xabi's trust to break into the starting line-up.
This is why he has decided to reactivate his search for a new destination, even though it seemed like he was going to stay. In fact, the Basque coach himself had requested his continuity so as not to lose a creative player in midfield. However, the final stretch of the window looks set to be intense again for the Merengues.
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