The Spain under-21 international was restricted for minutes last term and would have struggled for regular game-time again this year, which would have stunted his development.
But Los Blancos believe Ceballos can be key to their future beyond this season with their current midfield options ageing, Luka Modric turning 34 in September and Toni Kroos 30 in January.
And Ceballos thinks compatriot Emery can be a major help to his goal of making the grade in the Spanish capital as he enthused about joining a “massive” club in Arsenal.
The midfielder revealed that the former Sevilla and Paris Saint-Germain coach helped convince him Arsenal was the right move to make amid rival interest from Tottenham.
Dani Ceballos reveals the key reason behind Arsenal move after Real Madrid deal confirmed (Image: GETTY)
Dani Ceballos is keen to return to Real Madrid a better player (Image: GETTY)
The coach was the turning point in terms of me joining this massive club
Dani Ceballos
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“I knew I had the confidence of the coach, which was very important for me from the start,” Ceballos told the north London outfit’s website.
“I was aware of the responsibility that wearing this shirt entails and it was a tremendously proud moment when I decided to join Arsenal.
“The coach was the turning point in terms of me joining this massive club.
“He’s a Spanish coach and he knows me from my time at other clubs. I’m really happy to be able to help Arsenal achieve our objectives.
“He’s a very tactical coach and I think that’s going to really help me to perfect my positioning.
“I think we’re both going to try our best to make me a better player.”
Unai Emery was key to Dani Ceballos joining Arsenal (Image: GETTY)
Dani Ceballos also had interest in him from Tottenham (Image: GETTY)
Dani Ceballos could be a key player for Arsenal this year (Image: GETTY)