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The ultimate compliment for Castillo came a day after his explosive pace helped him to a poacher's goal against Ecuador and Mexico to their second win in two games: interest from Chelsea.
Castillo's father and agent said Chelsea, along with clubs from Spain and Italy, were seeking to lure his son to Europe's big leagues.
That may happen, especially if he keeps up the run of form, but right now Castillo Snr. wants his son to concentrate on the national side and the youngster would do well to heed his advice. Because for all the goals and magic moments, the 23-year old still has to prove to Mexicans he really loves the green shirt.
Three countries wanted Castillo's signature on their registration and it was only recently he opted to represent the country of his birth.
He was born in the Mexican city of San Luis Potosi - his father played for the local side - but his parents returned to Uruguay when he was just three years old and he made his professional debut for local club Danubio at age 15.
His talent was clear and he almost signed for Manchester United as a 16-year old. However, the deal fell through because he could not get a work visa and he instead put pen to paper for Greek club Olympiakos.
His long stay in Greece means he is about to win Greek citizenship and they, along with both Mexico and Uruguay wanted him for their national side.
Castillo's father and agent said Chelsea, along with clubs from Spain and Italy, were seeking to lure his son to Europe's big leagues.
That may happen, especially if he keeps up the run of form, but right now Castillo Snr. wants his son to concentrate on the national side and the youngster would do well to heed his advice. Because for all the goals and magic moments, the 23-year old still has to prove to Mexicans he really loves the green shirt.
Three countries wanted Castillo's signature on their registration and it was only recently he opted to represent the country of his birth.
He was born in the Mexican city of San Luis Potosi - his father played for the local side - but his parents returned to Uruguay when he was just three years old and he made his professional debut for local club Danubio at age 15.
His talent was clear and he almost signed for Manchester United as a 16-year old. However, the deal fell through because he could not get a work visa and he instead put pen to paper for Greek club Olympiakos.
His long stay in Greece means he is about to win Greek citizenship and they, along with both Mexico and Uruguay wanted him for their national side.
