The tension between Dani Ceballos and Real Madrid's coaching staff has reached a breaking point, and now an ankle injury is adding to the midfielder's mounting troubles. Already completely out of favor under manager Alvaro Arbeloa, the Spanish international was notably absent from training today, instead working indoors in the gym after experiencing discomfort in his right ankle.

According to a report from MARCA, Ceballos' absence officially places him on Real Madrid's growing injury list, which already includes key figures like Dani Carvajal, Arda Guler, Ferland Mendy, Eder Militao, and Rodrygo. However, the club's internal reaction has been notably muted—and for good reason. The reality is that Ceballos had already vanished from Arbeloa's sporting plans long before this ankle issue surfaced.

The midfielder hasn't played a single minute since recovering from a previous injury at the start of April, despite being medically cleared for selection. His exclusion from recent matchday squads against Real Betis and Espanyol only intensified speculation about his deteriorating relationship with the coaching staff, turning whispers into full-blown headlines.

What began as disagreements over role and playing time has escalated into a much more serious confrontation in recent weeks, creating a situation that now appears impossible to repair. Sources close to the club believe the relationship between Ceballos and Arbeloa has completely broken down—and even a potential managerial change wouldn't alter the midfielder's future.

At this stage, both Real Madrid and the player have made peace with the inevitable: a summer separation. Although Ceballos remains under contract until 2027, the 27-year-old has already accepted that this will be his final season at the Santiago Bernabéu. Madrid, meanwhile, are prepared to facilitate his departure—whether by transfer or mutual agreement—as the club looks to move forward without the out-of-favor playmaker.