Middlesbrough HubMiddlesbrough is set to sign Leo Castledine from Chelsea on a permanent deal. The 20-year-old midfielder will undergo a medical on Friday.
What happened?
Castledine had been on loan at Huddersfield Town, scoring 12 goals and registering five assists.
Why it matters for Middlesbrough
This transfer strengthens Middlesbrough's Championship squad with a talented young player.
What comes next?
Castledine will sign a long-term contract with Middlesbrough, and Chelsea has agreed to a sell-on clause.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Age | 20 |
| Goals scored on loan | 12 |
| Assists on loan | 5 |
Liam Rosenior's reign as manager has begun with a key transfer deal, securing a player who made his Chelsea debut against Middlesbrough in a 6-1 Carabao Cup game in January 2024.
Castledine is a Chelsea academy graduate and also spent seven years in AFC Wimbledon's youth system.
The England youth international's move to Middlesbrough is a significant boost to the team's Championship ambitions.
