Ajax-target Ceballos inches toward Spain after salary pledge

Today at 21:04, Dani Ceballos appears much closer to a move to Real Betis after the Spanish club promised he will become one of its best‑paid players. Ajax have been tracking the midfielder for months, seeing him as an ideal reinforcement. Earlier the Betis chairman had said the transfer was "far away", but the club now assures Ceballos of a lucrative contract. The promise marks a sharp turn in negotiations. Betis, however, says it needs time to free up salary space, and the player may have to make concessions. The club insists it will do everything to fit him into the squad.

Ajax faces wage test for free‑agent Dani Ceballos as Míchel calls daily

Ajax coach Míchel has been calling Ceballos daily, reflecting the Dutch side’s sustained interest. Despite this, the midfielder seems set to continue his career at Real Betis, the club where he completed his youth training. Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano revealed that Ajax are already eyeing Moroccan World Cup standout Azzedine Ounahi as an alternative target. Although the deal with Ceballos remains unresolved, the market dynamics keep the Dutch side active.