OM transfer window: Agreement reached for Dani Ceballos, official announcement imminent!

Folks, this looks like the big coup of the transfer window! After days of rumors, doubts and negotiations, Olympique de Marseille have reached an agreement with Real Madrid for Dani Ceballos. Yes, you read that right: the Spain international (29, 13 caps) will wear our colors this season. Pablo Longoria and Mehdi Benatia managed to convince Los Merengues with a loan deal including an obligation to buy, for under €15 million. For a player with three Champions Leagues to his name, that’s an absolute steal!

Ceballos wanted Marseille, and only Marseille

What makes this arrival even sweeter? The player’s intent. Blocked in Madrid, Ceballos clearly forced his departure to join OM. From the first contacts, he said yes to our project. And despite other offers in Europe, he never wavered: it was Marseille or nothing. A decision from the heart, but also a rational one: he knows that at the Vélodrome he’ll be a starter, a technical leader, and he’ll be able to prepare for the 2026 World Cup with regular playing time.

The perfect profile for De Zerbi

We know Roberto De Zerbi was asking for a player capable of keeping the ball under pressure, dictating the tempo, and bringing control in transitions. Ceballos is exactly that. His play between the lines, his clean technique, his ability to resist pressing and distribute quickly: it all fits our project. Imagine him alongside Højbjerg, Gomes or Nadir, with Paixão and Aubameyang up front… that could do serious damage in Ligue 1 as well as in the Champions League.

Rapid integration expected

The final details concern the payment schedule, performance-related add-ons and the customary medical. But barring a last-minute twist, Dani Ceballos will very soon be officially an Olympien. OM want him available immediately, to settle into the squad without delay. And honestly, we can’t wait to see him set foot on the Vélodrome pitch in our colors.

So, Team OM, how are you taking this news? Is Ceballos the missing piece of our puzzle or a risky gamble at this stage of the window? Drop your takes in the comments — the discussion is on!