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Dani Ceballos wants to stay at Real Madrid under Mourinho

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 11:55 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Dani Ceballos wants to stay at Real Madrid under Mourinho

Summary

Dani Ceballos, previously expected to leave Real Madrid after limited playing time, has changed his stance. With the arrival of Jose Mourinho as head coach, Ceballos now plans to stay and fight for a spot in the squad. Sources indicate he feels a new manager offers renewed hope for his future at the club. Ceballos, under contract until June 2027, envisions an eventual move to Real Betis but prefers to evaluate his options while remaining at Real Madrid this season.

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By the Numbers

•Ceballos appeared set to leave Real Madrid before Mourinho's appointment.
•He has struggled to secure a starting position in recent seasons.
•Ceballos is contracted with Real Madrid until June 2027.
•He hopes to convince Mourinho of his value to the team.
•Ceballos dreams of moving to Real Betis as a free agent in 2027.

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11:55 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid outcast once destined to leave now wants to stay and fight under Mourinho

What they're saying

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Dani Ceballos looked destined to leave Real Madrid just a few weeks ago. After another season spent largely on the fringes of the squad, an exit appeared to be the most logical outcome for both playe...
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