Metalist Kharkiv has officially confirmed the transfer of Sebastian Castillo, after Cătălin Cîrjan rejected a substantial offer. Castillo, a Venezuelan attacking midfielder, will be loaned until the end of the year.

Metalist Kharkiv has confirmed the transfer of Venezuelan attacking midfielder Sebastian Castillo, following Cătălin Cîrjan's refusal to join the team. Castillo, at the age of 20, has been loaned from Deportivo La Guaira and has the option for a permanent transfer. He made his senior debut for Zamora and had a good run with 12 goals and 3 assists in 83 matches. Cătălin Cîrjan was the main target of the Ukrainians, who made an initial offer of 4 million euros, but the player refused, wanting to stay at Dinamo. Cîrjan expressed on Instagram his desire to continue at his current club.