Tag: Dani Ceballos

Dani Ceballos is a professional footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for Real Madrid in La Liga and the Spanish national team. Ceballos began his career with Real Betis, where he came up through the academy and made his first-team debut in 2014. He played for Betis for three seasons before joining Real Madrid in 2017. Ceballos spent two seasons with Madrid, winning the 2018 UEFA Champions League, before joining Arsenal on loan in 2019. In his time with Arsenal, Ceballos helped them to win the FA Cup in 2020 before returning to Real Madrid.

At Arsenal, Ceballos earned £51,923-per-week or £2,700,000-per-year. Ceballos wore the number 8 shirt.

He was born on August 7, 1996.

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - SEPTEMBER 27: Jose Antonio Reyes of Arsenal looks up at the Ajax supporters during the UEFA Champions League, group B, match between Ajax and Arsenal at the Amsterdam Arena. September 27, 2005 in Amsterdam, Netherlands (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Dani Ceballos: Reyes was one of my idols – I’m proud to be following...

Dani Ceballos has paid tribute to Jose Antonio Reyes, admitting he's proud to have followed in his idol's footsteps by joining Arsenal.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 17: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Burnley FC at Emirates Stadium on August 17, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Dani Ceballos called up for senior Spain national team

Dani Ceballos has received a call-up to return to Spain's senior national team, after playing for the u21s over the summer.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - AUGUST 11: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal (obscured) celebrates with teammates as Nacho Monreal jumps on top after scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on August 11, 2019 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

No clear best player but the worst is obvious: Arsenal August player ratings

August's football is already over and while it is still relatively early, we're starting to get a feel for how Unai Emery wants his team to line up and play.
Arsenal's Spanish head coach Unai Emery (R) looks on during the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Arsenal at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on August 24, 2019. (Photo by Ben STANSALL / AFP)

Unai Emery finds reasons to be cheerful following Liverpool defeat

Unai Emery told the media after his side's latest Anfield defeat that he's obviously not happy but he is optimistic. You don't need me to...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 04: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal looks on during the Joan Gamper trophy friendly match between FC Barcelona and Arsenal at Nou Camp on August 04, 2019 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Dani Ceballos could be ‘the most profitable signings in the history’ of Real Madrid...

Dani Ceballos is with Arsenal for one year but, at the end of his loan, there is no guarantee Real Madrid won't sell him and one Spanish site believes he could end up being their most profitable signing ever.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 17: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Burnley FC at Emirates Stadium on August 17, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

I still have a lot to learn: Dani Ceballos calls Santi Cazorla ‘king’

Dani Ceballos has endeared himself even further to Arsenal fans after referring to Santi Cazorla as 'king'.
Hector Bellerin and Dani Ceballos (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Hector Bellerin: I think he’s going to be a great addition to the team

Hector Bellerin has been singing the praises of Dani Ceballos ahead of Arsenal's showdown at Anfield.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 17: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Burnley FC at Emirates Stadium on August 17, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

2 Arsenal players make Team of the Week after Burnley win

Dani Ceballos and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang made an appearance or two in various Teams of the Week after Arsenal's win over Burnley.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 17: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal warms up during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Burnley FC at Emirates Stadium on August 17, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Dani Ceballos v Burnley: His MotM stats

Dani Ceballos deservedly picked up the Man of the Match award for his performance against Burnley on Saturday afternoon.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 17: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Burnley FC at Emirates Stadium on August 17, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Player ratings vs Burnley: Dani Ceballos stars on home debut

Arsenal won their first home match of the Premier League season against Burnley on Saturday, to make it two wins from two games in 2019/20.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 17: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Burnley FC at Emirates Stadium on August 17, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Is Dani Ceballos Cazorla’s lovechild + 7 other talking points after Arsenal beat Burnley

Arsenal collected another three points to keep up their 100% start, winning their opening two games for the first time in 10 years with a 2-1 win over Burnley on Saturday afternoon.
Nicolas Pepe via Arsenal.com

Watch Nicolas Pepe and Dani Ceballos sing Arsenal initiation songs

Earlier this morning I published a post covering David Luiz's Arsenal initiation song only to find, to my delight, that videos of Dani Ceballos and Nicolas Pepe doing the same were also online.

I thought ‘oh, it’s broken’: Unai Emery on Dani Ceballos’ mental strength

Unai Emery has hailed Dani Ceballos' mental strength after the midfielder took a bad kick to the ankle that left Emery thinking it was broken.
Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast

Episode 206: What a difference a week makes

In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and Anita recap one of the fuller weeks in recent Arsenal history. We talk...
Dani Ceballos after signing for Arsenal on a season-long loan deal from Real Madrid (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Worth it: Have Arsenal really paid £15m to loan Dani Ceballos for one year?

Arsenal may or may not be operating on a restricted budget but whatever the truth around the £40m claims, paying £15m for a season-long loan deal seems like a lot of money, so what's going on?
Dani Ceballos in training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Strong personality, leadership & goals: Why Real Madrid don’t want to sell Dani Ceballos

Arsenal have, of course, signed Dani Ceballos on loan but why are Real Madrid so against a purchase option?
Dani Ceballos after signing for Arsenal on a season-long loan deal from Real Madrid (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Tottenham met with Ceballos family before Unai Emery swooped for Arsenal

Tottenham officials reportedly met with Dani Ceballos's family as they thought they had secured his signature only for Unai Emery to swoop in and grab him for Arsenal.
Real Madrid's French coach Zinedine Zidane (L) and Real Madrid's Spanish midfielder Daniel Ceballos greet supporters from the balcony of the headquarters of the regional government of Madrid at the Puerta del Sol square in Madrid on May 27, 2018 as they celebrate their third Champions League title in a row in Kiev. (Photo by OSCAR DEL POZO / AFP)

Zinedine Zidane explains why he sent Dani Ceballos on loan to Arsenal

Zinedine Zidane has denied there is a problem between him and Dani Ceballos with the media claiming the Real Madrid head coach doesn't like the player.
Dani Ceballos in training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Pictures: Dani Ceballos in training – available for Emirates Cup debut

Dani Ceballos is in training at London Colney after signing for Arsenal on loan, and he'll be available for an Emirates Cup debut this weekend.
Dani Ceballos after signing for Arsenal on a season-long loan deal from Real Madrid (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Dani Ceballos: Hector Bellerin told me not to think twice about joining

Dani Ceballos has admitted Hector Bellerin played a part in his move to Arsenal this summer, confirmed by the club on Thursday.

Official: Arsenal sign Dani Ceballos on loan from Real Madrid

Arsenal have signed 22-year-old midfielder Dani Ceballos on a season-long loan from Real Madrid.
UDINE, ITALY - JUNE 30: Dani Ceballos of Spain competes for the ball with Mahmoud Dahoud of Germany during the 2019 UEFA U-21 Final between Spain and Germanyat Stadio Friuli on June 30, 2019 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Dani Ceballos’ representatives arrive in London to complete Arsenal transfer today

Dani Ceballos has been in London since Tuesday to complete his move to Arsenal, according to reports in Spain.
UDINE, ITALY - JUNE 30: Dani Ceballos of Spain celebrates the victory with the trophy at the end the 2019 UEFA U-21 Final between Spain and Germanyat Stadio Friuli on June 30, 2019 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)UDINE, ITALY - JUNE 30: Dani Ceballos of Spain celebrates the victory with the trophy at the end the 2019 UEFA U-21 Final between Spain and Germanyat Stadio Friuli on June 30, 2019 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Dani Ceballos announcement imminent after he arrives in London

Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos is set to be announced as an Arsenal player imminently, as the Spaniard is already in London to make his loan move official.
CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 02: Dani Ceballos #24 of Real Madrid moves against the MLS All-Stars during the 2017 MLS All- Star Game at Soldier Field on August 2, 2017, in Chicago, Illinois. Real Madrid defeated the MLS All-Stars 4-2 in a shootout following a 1-1 regulation tie. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Arsenal ‘confident’ of completing loan signing of Dani Ceballos from Real Madrid

Arsenal are confident they can complete the loan signing of Real Madrid's Dani Ceballos for the season, according to reports.
CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 02: Dani Ceballos #24 of Real Madrid moves against the MLS All-Stars during the 2017 MLS All- Star Game at Soldier Field on August 2, 2017, in Chicago, Illinois. Real Madrid defeated the MLS All-Stars 4-2 in a shootout following a 1-1 regulation tie. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Talks for Dani Ceballos loan to Arsenal could be concluded on Wednesday

Arsenal talks to sign Dani Ceballos from Real Madrid on a season-long loan deal could be concluded by Wednesday night, according to reports.
UDINE, ITALY - JUNE 30: Dani Ceballos of Spain celebrates the victory with the trophy at the end the 2019 UEFA U-21 Final between Spain and Germanyat Stadio Friuli on June 30, 2019 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)UDINE, ITALY - JUNE 30: Dani Ceballos of Spain celebrates the victory with the trophy at the end the 2019 UEFA U-21 Final between Spain and Germanyat Stadio Friuli on June 30, 2019 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

El Confidencial claim Real Madrid wanted Ceballos at Tottenham but player wanted Arsenal

Real Madrid apparently wanted Dani Ceballos to go to Tottenham so they could 'seduce' Christian Eriksen but Arsenal's willingness to take the player on loan and the player's desire to come to Arsenal seem to have swung things to N5.
UDINE, ITALY - JUNE 30: Dani Ceballos of Spain competes for the ball with Mahmoud Dahoud of Germany during the 2019 UEFA U-21 Final between Spain and Germanyat Stadio Friuli on June 30, 2019 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Dani Ceballos picked Arsenal over Spurs after Unai Emery phone call

Dani Ceballos decided to opt for an Arsenal loan move over joining Tottenham Hotspur after a phone call from Unai Emery, according to reports in Spain.
COMMERCE CITY, CO - JULY 15: Arsenal manager Unai Emery waves to fans at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on July 15, 2019 in Commerce City, Colorado. (Photo by Timothy Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Unai Emery: The goal is to sign 3 or 4

Arsenal are reportedly trying to sign 'three or four' players before the transfer window shuts on August 8.
UDINE, ITALY - JUNE 30: Dani Ceballos of Spain celebrates the victory with the trophy at the end the 2019 UEFA U-21 Final between Spain and Germanyat Stadio Friuli on June 30, 2019 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)UDINE, ITALY - JUNE 30: Dani Ceballos of Spain celebrates the victory with the trophy at the end the 2019 UEFA U-21 Final between Spain and Germanyat Stadio Friuli on June 30, 2019 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Arsenal set to beat Spurs to both Dani Ceballos and William Saliba

Arsenal are set to win the race for Dani Ceballos and William Saliba over Tottenham Hotspur, according to reports.
UDINE, ITALY - JUNE 30: Dani Ceballos of Spain celebrates the victory with the trophy at the end the 2019 UEFA U-21 Final between Spain and Germanyat Stadio Friuli on June 30, 2019 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)UDINE, ITALY - JUNE 30: Dani Ceballos of Spain celebrates the victory with the trophy at the end the 2019 UEFA U-21 Final between Spain and Germanyat Stadio Friuli on June 30, 2019 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Arsenal and Real Madrid spend Tuesday in intense negotiations

Arsenal and Real Madrid were locked in 'intense negotiations' on Tuesday according to AS who continue to report that Dani Ceballos is 'one step' away from joining Arsenal on loan.

Two more Spanish sources join AS in reporting Dani Ceballos loan to Arsenal

Marca, Mundo Deportivo and AS are now all reporting that a loan move for Dani Ceballos to Arsenal is close, but not confirmed just yet.

Dani Ceballos on verge of joining Arsenal despite Spurs thinking deal was done

AS are today reporting that Real Madrid's Dani Ceballos is 'very close to joining Arsenal' on a season long loan.

Sources close to Dani Ceballos confirm his preferred transfer this summer

Sources close to Dani Ceballos are suggesting the Real Madrid midfielder's preference is to join Tottenham Hotspur, despite links to Liverpool, Arsenal and AC Milan.

Dani Ceballos: I want to enjoy myself next season – wherever that may be

Dani Ceballos has hinted that he could leave Real Madrid this summer to enjoy his football, despite denying he actively wants a summer departure.

Tottenham best placed to sign €50m Real Madrid star wanted to replace Aaron Ramsey

Real Madrid reportedly want €50m for Dani Ceballos who has been linked with a move to Arsenal as an Aaron Ramsey replacement but it seems as if Spurs could be better placed to land him.
CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 02: Dani Ceballos #24 of Real Madrid moves against the MLS All-Stars during the 2017 MLS All- Star Game at Soldier Field on August 2, 2017, in Chicago, Illinois. Real Madrid defeated the MLS All-Stars 4-2 in a shootout following a 1-1 regulation tie. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Arsenal join Spurs and West Ham in chasing Real Madrid’s Dani Ceballos

Arsenal join Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United in showing an interest in Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos this summer, according to reports in Spain.
KRAKOW, POLAND - JUNE 30: Dani Ceballos of Spain is awarded the Player of the Tournament by Aleksander Ceferin, UEFA president during the UEFA European Under-21 Championship Final between Germany and Spain at Krakow Stadium on June 30, 2017 in Krakow, Poland. (Photo by Nils Petter Nilsson/Ombrello/Getty Images)

Arsenal identify 21-year-old Aaron Ramsey replacement

Arsenal have reportedly identified Real Madrid’s Dani Ceballos as a replacement for Aaron Ramsey who could leave the club this summer.
CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 02: Dani Ceballos #24 of Real Madrid moves against the MLS All-Stars during the 2017 MLS All- Star Game at Soldier Field on August 2, 2017, in Chicago, Illinois. Real Madrid defeated the MLS All-Stars 4-2 in a shootout following a 1-1 regulation tie. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Real Madrid 21-year-old with Arsenal regret still struggling

Four months after reportedly regretting joining Real Madrid instead of Arsenal, Dani Ceballos is still struggling for game time. Ceballos joined Real Madrid in the...

Inter join Liverpool and Arsenal in the race for Ceballos

Inter Milan are the latest club to reportedly show interest in rumoured Arsenal and Liverpool target, Dani Ceballos.

Ceballos ‘sends warning’ to Real bosses amid Arsenal and Liverpool interest

Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos has reportedly asked his agent to set up some talks after interest from Arsenal and Liverpool.