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Real Madrid want €12-15 million for midfielder, no ‘serious offers’ yet
Dani Ceballos continues to stare at an uncertain future at Real Madrid.
The Spanish midfielder has endured a difficult five-year spell at the Santiago Bernabeu, two of which he spent away on loan at Arsenal. An exit last summer seemed to be on the cards but an unfortunate injury at the Tokyo Olympics ended any hopes of a move away.
Ceballos enjoyed some minutes towards the end of the season under Carlo Ancelotti. However, with Los Blancos signing Aurelien Tchouameni this summer, the former Real Betis ace could fall further down the pecking order.
The 25-year-old wants to play regularly this season with the World Cup coming up. However, that might not be possible at the home of the reigning Spanish and European champions.
According to a report from Diario AS, Real Madrid would be open to selling Ceballos this summer, especially as he is entering the final year of his contract. The Merengues are seeking a transfer fee of €12-15 million for the midfielder.
However, the report adds that there are no ‘serious offers’ on the table for Ceballos, which has put him in a difficult situation. A move to former club Real Betis has been talked about, but Los Verdiblancos are yet to make any concrete approach.
So, as things stand, Ceballos might end up staying put at the Santiago Bernabeu beyond the summer. It is suggested that the 25-year-old will hold discussions with Ancelotti over his situation, with the manager open to offering him more minutes.
There is a possibility that Real Madrid might offer the Spaniard a new contract, and he is ready to study the proposal before deciding on his future.
As things stand, though, Ceballos does not have any concrete offers to leave and it remains to be seen if his situation changes in the coming weeks.
One of the main objectives for Real Madrid this summer was to bring in a new central midfielder capable of controlling the tempo and dictating the play from the middle.
A move for Rodri was in the works before the Spain captain decided to sign for FC Barcelona. The Merengues assessed several other options, but ended up not signing any player, with Jose Mourinho deciding to use Bernardo Silva in the double pivot.
One of the midfielders that Real Madrid were looking at as an option was Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace.
The England international has been on the club’s radar for a while now, but the Premier League club never opened the door for a summer departure.
Wharton could be on the market in 2027
However, now, according to The Guardian (h/t Bernabeu Digital), That stance could change next year, as that Palace would be prepared to consider selling Wharton during the next summer transfer window.
As mentioned already, Real Madrid have closely followed Wharton’s situation throughout the summer, although the club ultimately decided against making any further additions to their midfield.
Manchester City and Chelsea also showed serious interest in signing the England international during the summer. However, Crystal Palace were unwilling to sell, effectively ruling out a move for the midfielder.
But it appears that they could open the doors for Wharton to leave in the summer of 2027, potentially paving the way for Real Madrid to make a move.
Real Madrid continue to monitor Wharton
Real Madrid are expected to keep a close eye on Wharton’s progress ahead of the 2027 market. Should they decide they need another high-quality midfielder, the 22-year-old could once again emerge as a candidate.
Manchester City may be less likely to return for Wharton after strengthening their midfield significantly this summer.
Chelsea, however, could remain a potential competitor after failing to add a player in the position during the latest window.
For now, Wharton will remain at Crystal Palace, but the club’s willingness to consider a sale next summer means the midfielder could become a realistic option for Real Madrid in 2027.
