Real Madrid star’s January transfer to La Liga rivals is completely off – report | OneFootball

Dani Ceballos’ potential move to Real Betis in January has been completely ruled out, as per a report from AS.

The outlet mentions that Despite previous discussions and mutual interest between the player and his former club, there will be no new developments in this transfer saga during the winter window.

During the summer transfer window, there were similar rumours, but the move did not materialise due to financial constraints on Betis’ part. This situation, interestingly, remains unchanged.

Real Betis lack the financial resources to meet Real Madrid’s demands for either a permanent transfer or a loan deal involving Ceballos.

The club is currently focused on addressing more pressing needs in their squad, such as finding a reliable goal scorer, which takes precedence over signing a midfielder.

Nothing will change Madrid’s mind

Dani ceballos will not join Real Betis. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

While Ceballos has maintained strong and consistent communication with Betis, his departure from Real Madrid is not on the table.

Real Madrid are not interested in letting him go in January, especially after the player has gained importance under Carlo Ancelotti. Furthermore, not even Isco’s recent flirt will change anything.

Ceballos has gradually earned more playing time and has become an integral part of Ancelotti’s squad, making it unlikely for the club to entertain any offers for him mid-season.

What about the summer?

Looking ahead to the summer, the stance from Real Madrid remains the same. If Ceballos wishes to leave, he will need to present an offer that meets the club’s valuation.

However, the club’s preference is to retain him for the foreseeable future, given his growing role within the team.

For now, it appears that any reunion between Ceballos and Betis will have to wait. Financial hurdles, coupled with Real Madrid’s reluctance to part ways with the player, have effectively put an end to this transfer narrative—at least for the time being.