Real Madrid midfielder wants to leave the club after being disappointed Xabi Alonso

Gilabola.com – Dani Ceballos returned to face a difficult situation at Real Madrid after he was not played a minute in the inaugural match of Xabi Alonso when facing Al Hilal at the FIFA Club World Cup.

In fact, he had warmed up on the sidelines, but finally only watched the match from the bench. He became the only main player who was fit but did not appear at all.

According to reports from SPORT, Ceballos is very disappointed with the decision. He felt he should have been given the opportunity, especially after showing high dedication in the training session since Alonso took over the team.

The disappointment was even greater considering the appearance of Madrid’s midfield in the first half which was considered less flowing and difficult to build a consistent rhythm of the soccer game.

Previously, in the coaching period of Carlo Ancelotti, Ceballos had received a pretty good portion of playing, especially in recent months. He is often a solution when the team has difficulty dismantling the opponent’s defense, with his ability to regulate the tempo of the game in midfield.

But with Alonso’s presence, the direction of the wind seems to change. The new coach actually chose Arda Giper as a playmaker and put up Luka Modric, who was actually going to leave the club, instead of giving minutes to play for Ceballos.

The decision gave rise to speculation that Alonso did not project Ceballos in his plan and made the Spanish international midfielder want to leave Bernabeu.

Brahim Diaz Becomes a New Favorite

While Dani Ceballos is increasingly marginalized, the name Brahim Diaz actually has a place in the heart of Xabi Alonso. Although only playing as a substitute for Rodrygo in the second half, Diaz’s appearance was considered much more prominent.

Alonso reportedly was very impressed with the work, energy, and quality ethic displayed by Diaz on the field. The US media said that Alonso saw Brahim as a player who fits his long -term project at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Reportedly, the negotiations of Diaz’s contract extension went smoothly, just waiting for the official signature of the player. His status is no longer just a coating, but a starter candidate in the upcoming matches.

On the other hand, Dani Ceballos again considered the departure option. This is not the first time he is open to the possibility of moving from Madrid. Real Betis became the club that was most interested in bringing him home, even though the transfer price constraints were still a barrier.

Madrid reportedly set a price of Rp 378 billion, while the Ceballos market value is currently mentioned only half after the lack of regular playing time he got at the Bernabeu.