Real Madrid has halted all new midfield acquisitions until the current roster undergoes significant changes. While manager José Mourinho wants fresh talent, the club insists on offloading existing players first. Following the confirmed exit of Ceballos, the front office and coaching staff are now targeting Eduardo Camavinga as a primary candidate for departure.

Securing a replacement presents a massive financial hurdle. Mourinho's top priority is Chelsea's Enzo Fernández, but the Blues are unlikely to let him go cheaply after paying a £106 million fee to acquire him. Although Fernández is willing to move to the Bernabéu, Chelsea's expected asking price complicates any immediate negotiations.

Internal squad dynamics further complicate the transfer strategy. The club remains hesitant to sell Aurélien Tchouaméni because he serves as the only specialist holding midfielder available. While Premier League clubs monitor both Camavinga and Tchouaméni, the current midfield congestion prevents Real Madrid from pursuing younger targets like Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi.