Samu Castillejo
2025 · clause 9,3 M€
Weak foot ★★★★★ · Skill moves ★★★★★
International ★★★★★
How to get the best out of Samu Castillejo in Career Mode
Samu Castillejo is a wide player at Valencia CF (74 overall, RM) — run-of-the-mill at that. At 29 they're at their peak and deliver from matchday one. Above all they stand out for their agility (84).
By FAFIFA Team · updated August 2024
What role should Samu Castillejo have?
Their place is out wide as RM. Give them the ball out wide and space to attack: they beat their marker one-on-one and look for the byline or the shot from their side. They can also play RW. The game also rewards them with roles like Wide playmaker and Wide midfielder, which reinforce that profile. Technically, their 4★ skill moves give them options in one-on-ones and watch their weak foot (2★): always angle them onto their strong side.
What are you buying?
What makes them reliable: agility (84), dribbling (80) and ball control (79). Their agility is very good and it's the trait to build their game around.
Where do they struggle?
Their soft spots: finishing (60). Things to keep in mind when building the team around them.
Are they worth signing in Career Mode?
Worth around 4,4 M€ with 37 K€ wages. You pay for immediate, proven output: pricey but no surprises, they deliver now. And with a contract until 2025, you have leverage to bring the price down.
What is Samu Castillejo's best position?
Their best position is RM, though they can also play RW.
How high can Samu Castillejo's rating go?
They're already at their ceiling (74): at their age the rating won't rise.
Are they expensive to sign?
Their market value is around 4,4 M€, with 37 K€ wages.
Are they good at dribbling?
Their dribbling is 80 — notable for their position.
Career Mode performance
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By pitch position
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Specialities and traits
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