Real Madrid midfielder only wants to join former club if he leaves this summer – report | OneFootball

Dani Ceballos is at a decisive point in his career. The Real Madrid midfielder does not have a a major role in new manager Xabi Alonso’s plans for next season.

So, even though he still has two years left on his contract, the Spaniard is beginning to accept that his immediate future could be away from the Santiago Bernabeu.

Ceballos only wants Real Betis

Although the summer transfer market offers several possibilities, Ceballos is considering only one: wearing the Real Betis shirt once again, reports Fichajes.

Real Betis are the club where the 29-year-old midfielder grew up and with which he maintains a sentimental connection he has never hidden.

The Real Madrid coaching staff’s plan heading into the new season is to restructure the midfield and, within that framework, Ceballos does not have a significant role.

In this scenario, the desire to return to Real Betis has gained strength, although the move will depend largely on the conditions that the Spanish capital club set for his departure.

Ceballos wants to return to Real Betis. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)

Ceballos believes that Real Betis is the ideal place to rediscover his best form. The midfielder wants to feel important within a competitive project and believes that the team’s playing style suits his qualities perfectly.

Real Betis, for their part, are monitoring Ceballos’ situation closely, but they are aware that the financial aspect could be a major obstacle. The Verdiblancos operate with a tight budget for signings and would be unable to meet a high transfer fee.

The player’s determination to join them could work in their favour, but everything will depend on whether Real Madrid are willing to ease their demands.

Real Madrid do not rule out his departure, provided they obtain a reasonable financial return. Ceballos has already communicated internally that his intention is to move to Real Betis, which could speed up talks if all parties agree on the terms.

In the meantime, other clubs have approached the midfielder, but he has made it clear that his priority will not change.