Ceballos returns to Betis: “I never left”

Dani Ceballos is officially a Real Betis player after his return to the club was completed, and he was presented this Wednesday at the Luis del Sol training ground. The Utrerano attended the ceremony alongside Troy Parrott, in what MARCA frames as the Betis’ final signing in the summer window.

Nine years later

Ceballos comes back nine years after leaving, with the aim of bringing an extra level to Betis’ midfield under Manuel Pellegrini. In his address, president Ángel Haro stressed that the comeback only makes sense when “all circumstances line up”, and highlighted that Dani returns “more complete and more mature”, while still keeping the key piece: his Betis feelings and desire to wear the shirt again. Haro also recalled that Ceballos “knows perfectly what this badge means” because he grew up there and was formed in the club.

Player’s emotion

The midfielder made his bond with Betis clear from the start. As reported by MARCA, he said: “I never left Betis, it has always been in my heart.” He also described what he feels as “happiness, relief and excitement”, adding that he has “dreamed” of being back and wants to repay the fans’ support with work on the pitch.

First training take

Ceballos also spoke about his return to training, explaining that the day was “hard” and that he barely slept, but still wanted to be at the session to make himself available. He admitted he is “not 100% yet” after a long summer, and said he will respect the coach’s decision while getting up to speed.

(Information according to MARCA).