Real Madrid: Dani Ceballos sidelined

Europe 25 April 2026 at 04:06

Aliou Toundé

News Editor

24.04.26 FT LaLiga Spain

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The split now seems final between Dani Ceballos and Real Madrid. Even though he's fully fit, the midfielder was left out of the squad for the match against Real Betis.

Officially, the decision was explained as a technical choice, but in reality, it points to a much deeper situation. The 29-year-old is said to have made up his mind to leave the club this summer, frustrated by his lack of playing time. This stance seems to have led the Madrid staff to gradually exclude him from the group—a clear sign that he's no longer part of the club's sporting project.

Since his arrival, Ceballos has already struggled to establish himself, despite an impressive loan spell at Arsenal FC. Now, he's preparing to close the Madrid chapter for good. A quiet split… but now an obvious one.

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