'Nasreddine Nabi made it difficult for Castillo to continue being part of Kaizer Chiefs' - Edson's agent opens up after Amakhosi exit

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed several exits ahead of the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League campaign.

Among those who have been shown the door are Mduduzi Mdantsane, Edmilson Dove, Njabulo Blom, Sabelo Radebe and Ranga Chivaviro.

Edson Castillo is another player who is set for another challenge, even though Amakhosi haven't made it official.

In the 2023/24 season, Castillo played 32 games for Amakhosi across all competitions with a return of five goals and two assists.

However, despite his exploits from deep in midfield, the club finished 10th in the Premier Soccer League, their worst finish in PSL's history.

When the Venezuela international thought he would have a better second year under new coach Nasreddine Nabi, he ended up missing a big chunk of the season owing to injury.

He ended up playing just nine games with a single assist to his name, but that wasn't enough to keep him at the club, according to his agency.

“We are very grateful to Kaizer Chiefs for the opportunity and the time Edson spent with the club. The experience in South Africa, both on and off the pitch, was very positive and helped him grow as a player and as a person,” an Andrade Sports Group representative told iDiski Times.

“However, as you know, the current situation with the new coach made it difficult for us to continue being part of the project. Now, we believe it’s the right moment to look for a new challenge in Edson’s career.

“We are open to staying in the African market, as we truly believe the experience with Kaizer Chiefs and in South Africa was enriching and highly valuable," he concluded.

Castillo has already revealed his desire to stay in the Premier Soccer League and turn out for any team that shows interest in him.

It will be a shame for Chiefs and Nabi if he then goes on to deliver to his full, injury-free potential for another club.