The 19-year-old midfielder spent last season on loan at Shrewsbury Town where he played 26 games and scored two goals and joins current squad members Levi Colwill (2021-22) and Trevoh Chalobah (2019-20) who made the move from Stamford Bridge to the club in the past.
Castledine can't wait to make an impact
“I’m really excited about this opportunity and couldn’t be happier to have become a Huddersfield Town player,” said Castledine. As soon as I heard about the interest I wanted to know more, and everything the manager (former Premier League goalkeeper Lee Grant) has told me made me certain that this was the best club for my development.”
“I know that I’m not the first player to join Huddersfield Town from Chelsea on loan, and the players came before me have all done brilliantly here and gone on to have amazing careers.
“I can only hope that I can have the same impact here and use this experience to become better, and I’ll work hard to make that the case.
“We have an exciting season ahead and I can’t wait to play in front of our supporters for the first time. This is a huge Club with big ambitions, and that’s a challenge I want to take on.”
Grant delighted with the deal
The Chelsea star spent the previous campaign on loan in League One with Shrewsbury Town and will now fight in the same league as Huddersfield aim for promotion. Manager Lee Grant commented on the deal which will give his side more flexibility in midfield.
“I’m delighted to welcome Leo to the Club and we thank Chelsea for helping us to conclude the deal smoothly and giving us the opportunity to develop one of their exciting young talents.
“A player with huge potential and someone who’s career I have followed closely, we’re all looking forward to working with Leo and helping him add to his game and contribute to the team this season. I’m aware of the history the Club has had with loan arrivals from Chelsea, and we certainly hope Leo’s time with us will be a similar story of success.
“Leo’s hunger to develop and drive really stood out for me in our conversations and he now adds to the competition we have throughout the squad. With a long season ahead the entire squad will have a part to play. We’re excited to add Leo into the group and look forward to working with him.”