Career Timeline of Dani Ceballos: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 16, 2025

How Dani Ceballos built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Dani Ceballos is a Spanish professional footballer known for playing as a central midfielder. He currently plays for Real Madrid in La Liga. He is a talented midfielder.

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2004: Joined Sevilla's youth system

In 2004, at the age of eight, Ceballos joined Sevilla's youth system.

2009: Released from Sevilla

In 2009, Ceballos was released from Sevilla due to a chronic bronchitis problem.

2011: Signed for Real Betis

In 2011, Ceballos completed his development with Real Betis after signing with them.

February 2014: Signed Professional Contract with Betis

In February 2014, Ceballos signed a professional contract with Betis while still a junior player.

April 2014: First game with Real Betis main squad

On 26 April 2014, Ceballos played his first game with Real Betis's main squad in a La Liga home loss against Real Sociedad.

November 2014: Called up to Spain under-19 side

In November 2014, Ceballos was called up to the Spain under-19 side, appearing against Germany, France and Greece in a tournament played in the latter nation.

March 2015: Debut for the under-21s

On 26 March 2015, Ceballos made his debut for the Spain under-21s, replacing Samu Castillejo at half-time of a 2–0 friendly win over Norway in Cartagena. Four days later, in León, he made his first start, in a 4–0 win over Belarus.

October 2015: Contract Renewal

In October 2015, Ceballos renewed his contract with Real Betis until June 2020.

April 2017: First goal in Spanish top flight

On 16 April 2017, Ceballos scored his first goal in the Spanish top flight in a 2–0 home win against Eibar.

July 2017: Signed for Real Madrid

On 14 July 2017, Ceballos signed for La Liga club Real Madrid on a six-year contract.

2017: Ceballos signed by Real Madrid

In 2017, Ceballos signed with Real Madrid after playing for Real Betis.

2017: UEFA European Under-21 Championship

In the 2017 UEFA European Under-21 Championship, Ceballos' performances led Spain to second place, and he was named player of the tournament.

September 2018: First Cap for Spain

In September 2018, Ceballos won his first cap for Spain, in a 6–0 home win over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League.

January 2019: Goal Against Betis

On 13 January 2019, Ceballos scored from a free kick in the last minute of a 2–1 victory against Betis.

July 2019: Joined Arsenal on Loan

On 25 July 2019, Ceballos joined Premier League club Arsenal on a season-long loan.

2019: UEFA European Under-21 Championship Spain team

In 2019 Ceballos took part in the victorious UEFA European Under-21 Championship Spain team and was named in the team of the tournament for the second successive tournament.

June 2020: Second Goal for Arsenal

On 28 June 2020, Ceballos scored his second goal for Arsenal against Sheffield United.

September 2020: Loaned to Arsenal for another season

On 4 September 2020, Ceballos was loaned to Arsenal for another season.

2020: Summer Olympics Inclusion

In June and July 2021, Ceballos was selected for Spain's squad for the 2020 Summer Olympics.

June 2021: Included in preliminary squad for Summer Olympics

On 29 June 2021, Ceballos was included as one of three overaged players in Spain's preliminary squad for the 2020 Summer Olympics.

July 2021: Included in squad for Summer Olympics

In July 2021, Ceballos was included in the 22-player squad of the under-23 team for the 2020 Summer Olympics.

January 2022: First Appearance After Injury

On 5 January 2022, Ceballos made his first appearance upon his return as a substitute in a 3–1 away win over CD Alcoyano in the third round of 2021–22 Copa del Rey.

May 2022: UEFA Champions League Final

On 28 May 2022, Ceballos came on as a substitute for Luka Modrić in the 2022 UEFA Champions League final, which saw Real Madrid achieve a 1–0 win over Liverpool to lift the title.

2022: Copa del Rey Round of 16 Match

In the 2022–23 Copa del Rey round of 16 match, Ceballos provided an assist and scored the winning goal in a 3–2 comeback victory against Villarreal on 19 January 2023.

January 2023: Copa del Rey Round of 16 Match

On 19 January 2023, Ceballos provided an assist and scored the winning goal in a 3–2 comeback victory against Villarreal in the 2022–23 Copa del Rey round of 16 match.