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Dani Ceballos to return to Real Madrid after Arsenal loan spell

By Varun Aithal

VILLARREAL, SPAIN - APRIL 29: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal FC reacts during the UEFA Europa League Semi-final First Leg match between Villareal CF and Arsenal at Estadio de la Ceramica on April 29, 2021 in Villarreal, Spain. Sporting stadiums around Europe remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by MB Media/Getty Images)
VILLARREAL, SPAIN - APRIL 29: Dani Ceballos of Arsenal FC reacts during the UEFA Europa League Semi-final First Leg match between Villareal CF and Arsenal at Estadio de la Ceramica on April 29, 2021 in Villarreal, Spain. Sporting stadiums around Europe remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by MB Media/Getty Images) /
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After a horrendous show and a red card against Villareal on Thursday, Dani Ceballos has decided on his near future. The Spanish midfielder is all set to return to Real Madrid after the loan deal expires at the end of the season. The reports have emerged that the player wants to return to Spain after two seasons with Arsenal in English Premier League.

The central midfielder will take a call on his future once he returns to the Spanish capital. Fabrizio Romano tweeted:

"Dani Ceballos is expected to leave Arsenal at the end of the season, the decision has been made weeks ago. The midfielder will come back to Real Madrid after spending the season on loan to Arsenal, then he’ll decide his future(Via: Twitter)"

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How has the season been for Dani Ceballos at Arsenal?

Dani Ceballos has featured quite a bit for Mikel Arteta in the 2020/21 season. The player has three assists to his name in the English top-flight. Also, he has featured in 38 games across all competitions for Arsenal in England. He hasn’t had a great Europa League campaign at all, though, and in general, it has been a rough season for him.

Arsenal have to undergo a massive rebuild if they are to challenge for European spots next season. The return of Dani Ceballos to Santiago Bernabeu highlights the dire situation of a club like Arsenal. The club not only needs funds but also needs qualification for European competitions as well to attract players. The season is on the line for Mikel Arteta and his plan is falling apart after a defeat against Villareal in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League semifinal. Can Arteta stage a comeback at Emirates next Thursday?

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