Many rumours had circulated about Pablo Castrillo’s future lately, but now the deal is done and the two-time stage winner at the Vuelta will ride for Movistar next year.
Castrillo, who only turned pro last year, officially had a contract with Kern Pharma until the end of 2025. However, the rider was able to make use of a clause that allows him to leave if a WorldTeam offered him a contract.
Marca reported a month ago that Castrillo was in advanced negotiations with INEOS Grenadiers, although there was also talk with Movistar at the time.
“The last few weeks have been a huge leap forward for me as a person and an impulse to my sporting career, ‘crowned’, so to speak, with this WorldTour contract with a squad like the Movistar Team. They are the reference in Spanish cycling, and it’s always motivating to race for this team”, said Castrillo.
“I’m now entering off-season mode and trying to fathom all that’s happened in La Vuelta and the whole 2024 season, which I think was really consistent from my side. Those two wins; also, being able to end the race at the home of my new team, with those impressive Telefónica headquarters — it’s been really intense, and I won’t easily forget it.
