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Dani Ceballos Reveals Roles Unai Emery & Hector Bellerin Played in Decision to Join Arsenal

Arsenal loanee Dani Ceballos has revealed why he opted to move to north London this summer, claiming Unai Emery's presence in the dugout was a major factor, alongside that of Spanish compatriot Hector Bellerin.

Ceballos, who joined parent club Real Madrid in 2017 for €18m from Real Betis, was being chased by a number of clubs, including Arsenal's local rivals Tottenham.

However, speaking to the club's offical website upon his announcement as a Gooner, Ceballos explained why chose the red half of north London, declaring: "I knew I had the confidence of the coach, which was very important for me from the start.