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Ajax withdraw from signing Dani Ceballos amid Atletico Madrid interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 3:30 PM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Ajax withdraw from signing Dani Ceballos amid Atletico Madrid interest

Summary

Ajax has ended negotiations to sign Dani Ceballos following his departure from Real Madrid. After weeks of discussions, Ajax grew frustrated by Ceballos’ indecision regarding the move. They had previously reached a preliminary financial agreement with Real Madrid, but complications surrounding Ceballos’ contract termination created roadblocks. Ajax's withdrawal leaves the midfielder in search of other options, with Atletico Madrid and Real Betis also reportedly interested in signing him.

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Key Details

•Ajax has officially pulled out of negotiations for Ceballos.
•Ceballos left Real Madrid after his contract was terminated.
•Negotiations faltered due to Ceballos’ reluctance to commit.
•Atletico Madrid and Real Betis remain potential destinations.
•Ceballos' contract at Real Madrid was set to expire in 2027.

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3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Ajax drop out in the race to sign recently-departed Real Madrid midfielder amid Atletico Madrid interest

What they're saying

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The future of Dani Ceballos has become a key question mark this summer after his contract at Real Madrid was terminated earlier in the summer.The Spaniard is looking for a new club and has been linked...
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