Zeballos tells Celta yes, but Boca deal still pending

Exequiel Zeballos has told Celta he wants to play in Vigo in the coming seasons, according to MARCA. The Galician side trust the Argentine's commitment, though the contract remains unsigned: negotiations are now focused on convincing Boca Juniors to lower their demands.

The situation is straightforward: Zeballos' deal expires in four and a half months, meaning the Buenos Aires club knows it must sell. The player has already passed a comprehensive medical examination with Celta, who view this as a market opportunity that can only be closed now. Napoli had agreed his signing months ago, but Italian complications in freeing up squad spaces allowed the Galicians to enter negotiations strongly.

Celta have no interest in dragging out the process and being forced to seek alternatives in the final days of the window. The 24-year-old forward, known for his quick feet, was Giráldez's first-choice target. The Galicians believe Boca must relent, as otherwise Zeballos will leave on a free transfer on December 31st. The operation is reaching its critical hours.