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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Decent burst off the dribble but not an explosive athlete. (conf 0.6)
Modest top-end pace, relies on technique over running power. (conf 0.55)
Nimble in tight spaces with quick feet to escape pressure. (conf 0.65)
Covers ground steadily but has battled recurring injuries limiting output. (conf 0.55)
Control
Clean, controlled first touch that lets him play under pressure instantly. (conf 0.7)
Comfortable carrying through midfield lines with tight close control. (conf 0.7)
Uses body well but lacks the physical bulk to dominate duels. (conf 0.55)
Capable of driven strikes from range though not a frequent scorer. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Crisp, quick combination passing that keeps tempo in tight areas. (conf 0.7)
Can switch play accurately though not his primary weapon. (conf 0.6)
Rarely delivers crosses given his central, deeper-lying role. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes well and picks progressive options between lines. (conf 0.65)
Chance threat
Occasional midfield goals but not a natural finisher. (conf 0.5)
Generally sensible about when to shoot from distance. (conf 0.5)
Finds pockets of space to receive and turn between the lines. (conf 0.55)
Not a primary set-piece taker in his squads. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Undersized for aerial duels, avoided as an aspect of his game. (conf 0.5)
Competitive in tackles despite lacking significant physical presence. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Engages actively in coordinated pressing schemes when fit. (conf 0.55)
Intercepts passing lanes more through anticipation than physicality. (conf 0.5)
Disciplined positional sense in a double pivot or box-to-box role. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Comfortable receiving and playing under pressure in tight spaces. (conf 0.65)
Generally makes the progressive pass rather than forcing risk. (conf 0.6)
Willing runner though injury history has capped consistent minutes. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Long injury history including a serious knee issue has limited availability. (conf 0.6)
Outlook
Approaching 30 with a career of loans, ceiling now largely set. (conf 0.55)
Known La Liga and Spain international, Betis fan favorite, Real Madrid academy product. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Dani Ceballos is a technical, press-resistant central midfielder who thrives in tight spaces with a quick first touch and sharp combination passing. Developed at Real Madrid and matured through productive loan spells at Real Betis, he offers composure on the ball and progressive passing range rather than physical dominance. His career has been shaped by recurring injury setbacks, and he now looks to carve out a role back at Real Madrid or find regular first-team football elsewhere.
Won Olympic silver with Spain at the 2020 Tokyo Games.
Came through Real Betis's academy before joining Real Madrid, with loan spells at Arsenal.