Castillo joins Fluminense: famed for Flamengo goals, 'White Bear' tag | OneFootball

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·3 March 2026

Castillo joins Fluminense: famed for Flamengo goals, 'White Bear' tag

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The 27-year-old forward arrived in Rio de Janeiro to join the squad led by Zubeldía. “I am very happy, with great expectations,” he said. He also added: “It is a dream to be able to play in this league. I want to make the most of the trust placed in me and repay it on the field.”

Rodrigo Castillo arrived in Rio de Janeiro to join the Fluminense squad and shared his first impressions after being transferred from Lanús. “I am very happy, with great expectations, and I hope to celebrate many goals with this club,” he said at the airport.


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The 27-year-old forward, who was acquired by the team managed by Luis Zubeldía for 10 million dollars, acknowledged the importance of the Brasileirão and emphasized that “it is a dream to be able to play in this league.” He also added: “I want to make the most of the trust placed in me and repay it on the field.”

Regarding the Recopa Sudamericana recently won with Lanús against Flamengo, Fluminense’s eternal rival, the new signing was clear. “It would be great to score a goal against them now wearing this jersey so the fans can celebrate. We’re going to work for that,” he stated.

The striker also indicated that he has not yet spoken with Zubeldía, who was the coach at Granate, and explained that “the word is that he’s a great coach and has a good approach to his work.” Meanwhile, he added:

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