Xabi Alonso puts pressure: Real Madrid goes for one last signing

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Real Madrid is seriously considering entering the transfer market in the final days of August if Dani Ceballos' move to Olympique de Marseille is confirmed, as reported by Rodra for ESPN.

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The white club is already in talks with the French team for a sale or a loan with an option to buy, although the deal will not be finalized until Real Madrid secures a replacement.

Dani Ceballos and his situation at Real Madrid

The 29-year-old midfielder has barely featured for Xabi Alonso in the first two LaLiga matches, starting from the bench. After the match against Oviedo, he posted an enigmatic message on social media with the text "Last dance," fueling rumors about his departure.

The player is aware that his role in the team has diminished and is seeking playing time to aim for the 2026 World Cup with the Spanish national team. Ceballos had been linked with a return to Real Betis, but in recent weeks, Marseille emerged as the strongest candidate to secure his services.

Real Madrid has already invested over 200 million euros in reinforcements this summer, adding Trent Alexander-Arnold, Álvaro Carreras, Dean Huijsen, and the promising Franco Mastantuono. However, none of these signings address the midfield area, which lost Luka Modric after his free transfer to AC Milan.

The sporting director considered the option of bringing Nico Paz back, currently at Como, but decided not to impede his progression. There is also the consideration of promoting academy player Thiago Pitarch, although the priority remains a experienced midfielder who can immediately contribute to Xabi Alonso's project.

The early season matches have shown a midfield led by Arda Güler, Fede Valverde, and Aurélien Tchouaméni. Although the performance has been positive, the squad needs more options to face the LaLiga and Champions League schedules.

The departure of Dani Ceballos is imminent

A signing in this position would not only cover Ceballos' potential departure but also provide balance in a key area of the game. "Real Madrid cannot afford to lose pieces without having a high-level replacement," analysts at ESPN point out, emphasizing that the priority is to secure a competitive player before authorizing any exit.

The future of Dani Ceballos seems increasingly distant from the Santiago Bernabéu, but the white board will not give the green light to his departure until finding a midfielder who fits Xabi Alonso's system.

The transfer window closes in a few days, so Florentino Pérez and company have to act fast to fulfill one of the coach's new requests, as he has started LaLiga in a great way with two wins in two matches.

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