Club Atlético Osasuna has officially signed French winger Romain del Castillo. The agreement with Stade Brestois 29 was closed for one million euros, with up to 450,000 euros more in variables, as confirmed by the outlet Mundo Deportivo on Tuesday.
The player, born in 1996, has signed a two-year contract with CA Osasuna, plus an optional year subject to meeting collective and individual milestones. The French club retains a 15% share of any future capital gain from a sale. Del Castillo joins a team sitting fifth in La Liga, with seven points after a season start of two wins and one draw.
What does Romain del Castillo bring to the attack?
Romain del Castillo arrives at El Sadar with extensive experience in the French top flight. He has played 220 Ligue 1 matches, scoring 30 goals and providing 31 assists in his 151 appearances for Brest. His talent, technique, and ability to strike the ball with both feet make him a significant player. He is also a set-piece specialist.
His most notable moment was being a key piece in Brest's historic qualification for the 2024-2025 Champions League, where the team reached the knockout stage. Del Castillo also has 11 appearances in the top continental competition, nine in the Europa League, and two in the Conference League. He made his professional debut at age 19 and wore the French under-21 national team shirt ten times.
How does he fit into Luis Miguel Ramis's scheme?
The arrival of the Frenchman means direct competition for Croatian striker Ante Budimir. Manager Luis Miguel Ramis, from Tajonar, gains a versatile option for the attack. Del Castillo can operate on both wings, adding creativity and unpredictability to a team that has scored three goals and conceded only one this season.
His signing is particularly useful given the current squad status, which includes the absences of Jorge Herrando and Valentin Rosier, according to updated data from our injuries section. The club's medical staff, based at the Clínica Universidad de Navarra, has already overseen the player's tests.
What is the team's current context?
Osasuna approaches this signing from a solid position in the standings. They are just two points behind leaders Barcelona and maintain an unbeaten run. Their next fixture is a direct duel against Alaves, fourth in the table, on September 6th. Fans can follow the schedule evolution on our fixtures page.
The signing of Del Castillo represents a strategic investment to bolster the attack in a promising season. The French winger signed his contract for two years, with the possibility of extending it for one more season if the agreed targets are met.
