Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos continues to fuel speculation over a move away from the club this summer. The 28-year-old has commented that he is ‘open to anything’ in the transfer window, with talk that he is keen on a return to former club Real Betis – a regular telenovela in the Spanish summer.
Betis President Angel Haro has declared that a move for Ceballos is ‘practically impossible’, with the finances of any deal likely to prevent a deal going through. Despite Ceballos’ comments, Betis remain the only side linked to the Spain international.
Ceballos has two years left on his deal, and it could be a good time to cash in on the midfielder, although Betis are not the most wealthy suitors. Previously it has been reported that Real Madrid have not made a definitive decision on Ceballos’ future, but Marca say that Betis would need to meet their €15-20m asking price for him.
Despite internal division on the matter, Betis have enquired about Ceballos, and Diario AS say that Ceballos is willing to lower his wages to get a deal through. Los Verdiblancos so far are only willing to spend €5m on Ceballos, some way short of Real Madrid’s demands.
In the meantime, Ceballos uploaded a story on his Instagram of a text saying ‘Nothing leaves the conscience more clear than a ‘I tried everything’.’ That story was removed hours later, but certainly would tally with the narrative being reported.