D.C. United has signed 16-year-old Academy midfielder Kamil Castillo as a Homegrown Player through 2030, with an option for June 2031. The club announced the transaction on July 31, 2026, making Castillo the 24th Homegrown signing in D.C. United history.
Castillo joined the D.C. United Academy in January 2024 from Achilles FC and has progressed through multiple Academy levels. During the past season, he recorded six goals and seven assists in 33 total appearances across U-18, MLS NEXT Flex, and Pro Pathway competition.
Player Profile and Development
Castillo is a right-footed central midfielder listed at 5-foot-11. He can also play in wider attacking roles and is known for his athleticism, high work rate, and ability to cover ground across the field.
“Kamil’s development through the Academy reflects the standard he has held himself to at every level. He has shown consistent quality across multiple age groups and has earned this opportunity through his performances. He possesses significant long-term potential, and our focus now is on providing the environment, guidance, and support that allows him to continue developing within the club,” said Dr. Erkut Sogut, D.C. United’s managing director of soccer operations.
Kevin Flanagan, D.C. United’s director of academy and player development, also highlighted Castillo’s work rate, competitive character, and creativity.
“Kamil has developed within our Academy system for many years, and he is a true representation of the DMV’s talent pool. His work rate, competitive character, and his creative ability on the ball are what drive him. Those qualities, combined with his willingness to learn, put him in a strong position to succeed at the next level.”
Youth International Experience
Castillo holds dual Dominican and American citizenship and has represented both nations at the youth international level. He debuted for the Dominican Republic U-17 National Team in February 2026 and recorded two goals and three assists in three appearances during 2026 Concacaf U-17 World Cup qualifying.
He started the Dominican Republic U-17 National Team’s final group-stage match against the United States, a 1-1 draw in Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines. He has also represented the Dominican Republic at the Concacaf U-15 Championship.
Castillo has been called into United States youth national team camps at the U-14 and U-16 levels. He most recently appeared at a U-16 National Team camp in Florida in March 2026.
D.C. United Academy Milestone
Castillo’s signing gives D.C. United 24 Homegrown players since 2009, according to the club. He joins Jackson Hopkins, Gavin Turner, Oscar Avilez, and Grant Leveille on the list of Homegrown Players on the current roster.
The contract continues Castillo’s progression through the D.C. United Academy after he joined the program from Achilles FC. His agreement runs through 2030 and includes an option for June 2031.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Castillo’s signing gives D.C. United an Academy-developed midfielder with experience across domestic youth competition and international play. His six goals and seven assists in 33 appearances during the past season, along with his production in Concacaf U-17 World Cup qualifying, provide verified evidence of his recent development.
At 16, Castillo has reached a significant milestone as D.C. United’s 24th Homegrown signing. His ability to play centrally and in wider attacking roles gives the club another developing option within its professional pathway.
Read the announcement from D.C. United.
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