Duncan Castles

Sports Journalist at Freelance

Football Writer at The Sunday Times

Host at The Transfer Window

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Articles

Chelsea Transfer News: Joao Felix seeks Blues exit

Jan 30, 2025 | footballtransfers.com | Duncan Castles

Joao Felix wants to leave Chelsea as he is unhappy with the amount of playing time he has received this season, The Transfers Podcast understands. Article continues under the videoLISTEN TO THE LATEST EPISODE HEREThe 25-year-old joined the Blues from Atletico Madrid for an initial €52 million last summer after previously representing the West London club during a loan spell in the 2022/23 season.
Man Utd Transfer News: Nuno Mendes salary demands as Red Devils pursue wing back

Jan 15, 2025 | footballtransfers.com | Duncan Castles

Manchester United are interested in Paris Saint-Germain’s Nuno Mendes amidst a breakdown in contract talks between PSG and their left-back. Article continues under the videoLISTEN TO THE LATEST EPISODE HEREMendes, 22, has entered the final 18 months of his current PSG contract. The Portugal international has been a regular starter for the Parisians since his initial €45 million move - a price tag that was considered significant for such a young player at the time.
Man Utd Transfer News: Red Devils and Tottenham offered €80m Randal Kolo Muani

Jan 8, 2025 | footballtransfers.com | Duncan Castles

Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa and Juventus have all expressed interest in Randal Kolo Muani, who has been told he can leave Paris Saint-Germain during this January transfer window, the Transfers Podcast can reveal.
EXCLUSIVE: Marco Silva targeted as Man Utd's next manager

Oct 3, 2024 | footballtransfers.com | Duncan Castles

Marco Silva remains an option for Manchester United as a replacement for Erik ten Hag. Article continues under the videoThe Dutchman has had a poor start to the season, with the Red Devils finding themselves in 13th place in the Premier League table. The club face Porto in the Europa League and then Aston Villa - it's thought that the club will have to come away with two good results for him to keep his job.
Real Madrid transfer news: Vinicius Junior to Saudi for world record fee

Oct 3, 2024 | footballtransfers.com | Duncan Castles

Vinicius Junior continues to be eyed by clubs in Saudi Arabia, with a world record bid anticipated. Article continues under the videoThe Real Madrid star could win a Ballon d'Or this year and clubs in the Middle East are continuing to take an interest in him. Football transfer news expert Duncan Castles has revealed on the Transfers Podcast, produced in conjunction with FootballTransfers, that the league has approached the Brazil international.
Arsenal transfer news: Joan Garcia release clause to be triggered as Arteta seeks Ramsdale replacement

Aug 29, 2024 | footballtransfers.com | Duncan Castles

Espanyol have been informed that Arsenal are ready to match the value of Joan Garcia's release clause in order to bring the Spain Under-23 international to the Premier League. Article continues under the videoAs revealed on last week's Transfers Podcast, the newly promoted La Liga club referred Arsenal to Garcia's €30 million clause when first asked for a valuation of the goalkeeper. According to a source close to Espanyol, that sum increases to €35m in the final 10 days of the window.
Tottenham transfer news: Spurs agree deal to sign Bournemouth's Dominic Solanke

Aug 9, 2024 | footballtransfers.com | Duncan Castles

Bournemouth have agreed to sell Dominic Solanke to Tottenham Hotspur for a club-record fee, The Transfers Podcast understands. Solanke, 26, has been heavily linked with a summer move to north London and The Transfers Podcast has been informed that Ange Postecoglou’s side have now reached an agreement to sign the former Chelsea academy star.
EXCLUSIVE: Arsenal open transfer talks to sign Euro 2024 star Fabian Ruiz

Jul 25, 2024 | footballtransfers.com | Duncan Castles

Arsenal have initiated discussions with Paris Saint-Germain for Spain international midfielder Fabian Ruiz, The Transfers Podcast can reveal. Article continues under the videoRuiz, 28, was among the best players at Euro 2024 - scoring twice, making two assists and being named in the UEFA team of the tournament as Spain won a record fourth title.
Joao Felix news: Benfica confident of sensational deal but face Aston Villa competition

Jul 4, 2024 | footballtransfers.com | Duncan Castles

Benfica are increasingly confident that they can complete a deal to re-sign the most expensive player ever bought by a Spanish club, Joao Felix of Atletico Madrid, The Transfers Podcast can reveal. However, the Primeira Liga giants could face competition from Premier League side Aston Villa, whose manager Unai Emery is an admirer of the Portugal international.
Reneging on verbal agreement helped cost Blues Michael Olise

Jun 25, 2024 | msn.com | Duncan Castles

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