Dani Ceballos, a 29-year-old Spanish free agent after his contract with Real Madrid was terminated, is linked with Ajax. According to transfer journalist Matteo Moretto, Ajax's coach, Míchel, is reportedly calling the midfielder daily. The main obstacle for the Amsterdam club is believed to be the Spaniard's salary. Ceballos is also strongly connected with his former club, Real Betis, although an agreement seems distant as his wage demands are considered unfeasible for them. The player has told Spanish media that his priority is finding a club where he feels important and is guaranteed significant playing time. Ceballos has 13 caps and 1 goal for Spain, and his current market value on Transfermarkt is €7.00m. Before he became a free agent, Real Madrid's asking price was reportedly €15 million in April 2026, while Ajax was reportedly negotiating a transfer fee between €6 million and €10 million in June 2026.