Dani Ceballos to leave Real Madrid, return to Real Betis on free transfer
Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos has agreed to terminate his contract one year early, becoming a free agent to facilitate a return to his boyhood club Real Betis. Manager Jose Mourinho has greenlit the departure, waiving the final year of Ceballos’s €10 million gross salary. Betis, preparing for Champions League football, plans to offer a four- to five-year contract pending salary fit. Ceballos turned down offers from Ajax and Marseille to pursue this homecoming.
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Dani Ceballos Departs Real Madrid After Nine Years
Dani Ceballos and Real Madrid have mutually agreed to terminate his contract one year early, the club announced on Friday. The 29-year-old Spanish midfielder, who joined in 2017, was under contract until 2027. Despite winning 16 trophies with Madrid, including three Champions Leagues, and playing 215 matches, he never fully established himself. He was loaned to Arsenal for two seasons from 2019-2021, playing 77 matches. The new coach, returning Jose Mourinho, did not count on him. Ceballos is expected to return to former club Betis Seville or join Ajax Amsterdam. He is a box-to-box midfielder with 13 caps for Spain and played 826 minutes in 23 matches last season.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuDani Ceballos to Accept Real Betis Offer After Leaving Real Madrid
Dani Ceballos and Real Madrid announced their separation on June 26, 2026, with the player forgiving the final year of his contract in exchange for a free transfer. This makes Ceballos available to sign with Real Betis, a move he has long desired. Although formal negotiations have not yet occurred, Ceballos has maintained contact with Betis sporting director Manu Fajardo and advisor Joaquín Sánchez, both strong supporters of his return. The player was informed that to join Betis, he needed to leave Real Madrid for free and accept a significant salary reduction from nearly €10 million per year to a long-term contract of four or five years, just before his 30th birthday in August. Ceballos plans to accept these conditions and has rejected other offers, including a €6 million transfer bid from Ajax Amsterdam.
FútbolCeballos reaches contract termination deal with Real Madrid, eyes Betis move
Dani Ceballos has reached a mutual agreement with Real Madrid to terminate his contract, with one year remaining. The midfielder announced the decision on social media, stating it was time for a new challenge. He has reportedly rejected other offers to pursue a return to Real Betis. Ceballos has already waived his final year's salary to leave on a free transfer. The move now depends on Betis fitting his wages into their budget. Betis is concurrently finalizing the sale of Sergi Altimira to Sporting Clube and advancing the Nelson Deossa operation with Vasco da Gama to meet financial targets and facilitate Ceballos' arrival before the June 30 deadline.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaDani Ceballos Terminates Real Madrid Contract, Issues Farewell Message
In a news report published on June 26, 2026, Spanish midfielder Dani Ceballos terminated his contract with Real Madrid, which was valid until 2027. The 29-year-old Andalusian player, who will turn 30 in August, posted a heartfelt farewell message on Instagram. In it, he thanked the club, his teammates, the fans, and staff for nine years of experience, calling it 'one of the most important stages of my life.' Ceballos acknowledged that the past year was difficult, which led him to close this chapter and seek a new challenge. He originally joined Real Madrid from Real Betis in 2017, and the report states he intends to return to Betis. The article includes extensive quotes from his social media post expressing gratitude and pride.
FútbolCeballos Bids Farewell to Real Madrid: 'I Have Given Everything for This Badge'
Real Madrid officially announced that midfielder Dani Ceballos has left the club after nine years. In a heartfelt social media post, Ceballos expressed gratitude to the club, its president, coaches, teammates, staff, and fans. He described the decision as difficult, especially after a challenging past year, but said he is ready to embrace a new challenge with the same passion he had upon first arriving. Ceballos emphasized his pride in wearing the Real Madrid jersey, growing as both a player and a person, and being part of a history full of success and glory. He concluded by saying he leaves with peace of mind, knowing he gave everything for the emblem, and that Real Madrid will always be a part of him.
虎扑 - 足球Dani Ceballos Leaves Real Madrid
Real Madrid and midfielder Dani Ceballos have mutually agreed to end his contract, effective this summer, despite his original deal running until 2027. The 29-year-old Spanish player joined Real Madrid from Betis in 2017 but never became a regular starter, spending two seasons on loan at Arsenal between 2019 and 2021. Over seven seasons with the first team, he played 215 matches and won 16 major trophies, including three European Cups, four Club World Cups, three European Super Cups, two Spanish leagues, one Copa del Rey, and three Spanish Super Cups. Real Madrid issued an official statement thanking Ceballos for his commitment and wishing him well. He now becomes a free agent.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertDani Ceballos terminates his contract with Real Madrid ahead of Betis return
Real Madrid and midfielder Dani Ceballos (29) have mutually agreed to terminate his contract, which was originally set to run until June 30, 2027. The announcement was made on June 26, 2026, citing that Ceballos was not in coach José Mourinho's plans and the player wishes to return to Real Betis. Real Madrid released a statement expressing gratitude for Ceballos's contributions over seven seasons, during which he played 215 matches and won 16 titles including three Champions Leagues and two La Liga championships. Signed in 2017 for €20 million from Betis as a promising talent, Ceballos struggled for consistent playing time at Madrid, leading to a two-season loan at Arsenal from 2019-2021. Injuries and sporadic starts under Carlo Ancelotti further limited his impact. Recent issues with club figure Arbeloa sealed his exit. Madrid now turns to offloading other players, with Fran García the next likely departure.
FútbolOfficial: Dani Ceballos Leaves Real Madrid as Free Agent
Real Madrid has officially announced that midfielder Dani Ceballos is leaving the club after renouncing the final year of his contract, making him a free agent. The 29-year-old, who joined from Betis in 2017 for €16 million, departs with a trophy haul including three Champions Leagues, two La Liga titles, and a Copa del Rey. Despite his success, Ceballos never became a regular starter and spent two seasons on loan at Arsenal (2019-2021). His departure ends a nine-year association, though he renewed his contract as recently as 2023. Betis is studying a potential return but is seeking a financially viable deal, as Ceballos gave up a salary of nearly €5 million. The club's statement wished him luck in this new stage.
Feed MRSS-S real_madrid_aOfficial: Ceballos Leaves Real Madrid After Renouncing Final Contract Year
Real Madrid has officially announced the departure of midfielder Dani Ceballos, following his decision to renounce the final year of his contract. The 29-year-old Spanish international, who joined Madrid in 2017 from Betis for €16 million, is now a free agent able to sign with any club. During his nine-year tenure, Ceballos won numerous trophies including three Champions Leagues, two La Liga titles, and one Copa del Rey. However, he never became an undisputed starter under any coach, leading to a two-season loan spell at Arsenal (2019-2021). Real Betis is interested in re-signing him but is still evaluating the financial viability given that Ceballos gave up a salary of nearly €5 million. The club's official statement thanked Ceballos for his commitment and wished him luck. Foreign clubs have also made offers for the player.
Feed MRSS-S real_madrid_aOfficial: Dani Ceballos Leaves Real Madrid
Real Madrid has officially announced that Dani Ceballos is leaving the club after nine years, following an agreement reached a week ago. The 29-year-old midfielder renounced his final year of contract, allowing him to sign for free with any team and freeing Real Madrid from his nearly €5 million annual salary. Betis, who has long courted the player, is still assessing its financial capacity to meet his demands. Ceballos joined Real Madrid in 2017 for €16 million and won a remarkable 15 trophies, including three Champions Leagues (2018, 2022, 2024) and two La Liga titles. Despite the honors, his individual impact was inconsistent; he never became indispensable, and a lack of playing time led to a two-year loan at Arsenal (2019–2021). He returned more mature but was only occasionally key under Ancelotti. His 2023 renewal surprised Betis, who had hoped to re-sign him then. In recent months, Ceballos has received offers from foreign clubs.
Feed MRSS-S real_madrid_aDani Ceballos Begins Move to Seville Ahead of Real Betis Return
Spanish footballer Dani Ceballos has started moving out of his home in Madrid to a new house he built in his hometown of Utrera, near Seville. The move is widely seen as a signal that he will join Real Betis, the club where he began his career, after nine years away. Ceballos is negotiating with Real Madrid to terminate the final year of his contract, which would allow him to leave on a free transfer. He still needs to agree on terms for a new multi-season contract with Real Betis. A transport company worker posted images on Instagram showing the move, with the song 'Volveré' (I Will Return) playing. Ceballos himself shared photos from a gym in Marbella, with the slogan 'One day less'. He also posted romantic messages to his partner, Luna Serrat, who is expecting twin girls. The number 46 featured prominently, referencing Ceballos' jersey number during his debut season with Betis in 2013/14.
FútbolDani Ceballos Leaves Real Madrid After Nine Seasons Marked by Injuries and Benchings
Dani Ceballos has ended his nine-year stint at Real Madrid, terminating the final year of his contract to sign a long-term deal with his former club, Betis. The midfielder, who arrived in 2017 for over €16 million as a U-21 European Championship star, failed to meet expectations. He played only 23% of possible minutes over seven active seasons (excluding two years on loan at Arsenal), plagued by 14 injuries that sidelined him for 78 games, and rarely secured a starting role, never reaching 40% of minutes in any campaign. This season he logged just 16.3% of available time. Ceballos also publicly criticized former coach Zinedine Zidane and assistant Álvaro Arbeloa, and maintained a persistent connection to Betis throughout his Madrid tenure.
Feed MRSS-S real_madrid_aBetis Awaits Dani Ceballos' Imminent Free Transfer from Real Madrid
Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos is expected to leave the club as a free agent, with his boyhood club Real Betis watching developments expectantly. Three years after choosing to renew with Real Madrid on a lucrative contract, Ceballos now appears set to return to Betis. According to reports from PTV and sources close to the player, manager Jose Mourinho does not count on Ceballos and has agreed to facilitate his departure without a transfer fee, waiving outstanding amounts and the final year of his contract worth about €10 million gross. Betis sources told MARCA that no agreement is finalized yet, and two conditions must be met: Ceballos must arrive on a free transfer, and his salary demands must fit within Betis' financial limits. The club is preparing for an intense summer with Champions League qualification on the horizon. Ceballos has long expressed a desire to return to Betis, and the move is seen as a high-level addition for their European campaign.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaBetis Expectant as Dani Ceballos Nears Real Madrid Departure
Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos is expected to leave the club as a free agent, with his former team Real Betis closely monitoring the situation. Three years after renewing his contract with Madrid instead of returning to Betis, the 29-year-old now appears set for a homecoming. Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has reportedly given the green light for Ceballos to leave without a transfer fee, forgiving outstanding amounts and renouncing his final season salary of about 10 million euros gross. Betis sources confirm no agreement is yet in place, and two conditions must be met: Ceballos must arrive on a free transfer, and his salary demands must fit within Betis's financial limits. The club is preparing for a Champions League campaign and sees Ceballos as a high-level addition. The player has long expressed desire to return to Betis, and the move is considered imminent once the financial terms are settled.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaCeballos Reaches Agreement with Real Madrid to Leave, One Step from Returning to Betis
According to AS, Dani Ceballos has reached a principle agreement with Real Madrid to terminate his contract one year early, leaving as a free agent. This decision follows new coach Jose Mourinho's clear indication that Ceballos is not in his plans for the upcoming season. The 29-year-old midfielder is now close to returning to his former club Real Betis, which is prepared to offer a four-to-five-year contract to compensate for the salary he forfeits. Ceballos previously halted transfer negotiations with Ajax, sensing an increased chance of returning to Betis. This move is seen as a career-wise decision for Ceballos, who never secured a starting role at Real Madrid and now seeks a stable platform and tactical core role at Betis to regain form and confidence.
虎扑 - 足球Real Madrid: Dani Ceballos to Terminate His Contract
According to information from AS, Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos has reached an agreement with the club to terminate his contract one year before its expiration. The 29-year-old will become a free agent to facilitate a move to Real Betis, his former club. Ceballos himself has expressed willingness to give up his final year at Real Madrid to return to Betis, which plans to offer him a five-year contract. Ceballos originally left Betis for Real Madrid in the summer of 2017 for €16 million. In recent days, he turned down offers from Ajax and Marseille. The article, published by Foot Mercato on June 17, 2026, confirms the end of Ceballos's tenure at Real Madrid.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertCeballos very close to leaving Real Madrid
According to Spanish newspaper As, Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos, aged 30, is on the verge of leaving the club. Initially, Real Madrid was reportedly unwilling to grant him a free transfer, but the situation has changed. The club is now willing to let him leave for free, and Ceballos would renounce his final year of contract. His likely destination is Real Betis, the club where he was formed in the youth categories and has always wanted to return to. Betis, which previously faced financial issues preventing the move, is now expected to offer Ceballos a four- or five-year contract.
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