Chelsea Manager Pochettino Plans to Introduce £17.5m Wonderkid to First-Team Training Ahead of Future Transfer Deal
Chelsea’s investment in young talent continues as they prepare to welcome 16-year-old wonderkid Kendry Paez for first-team training. The Ecuadorian midfielder has already made a name for himself, winning five senior caps for his national team and making history as the youngest debutant and scorer in the Ecuadorian top flight. While Paez won’t officially join the Blues until 2025, Chelsea are eager to help him adjust to life in the UK, with the first of several visits planned for next week. Fellow Ecuadorian and Chelsea’s record signing Moises Caicedo has high praise for Paez, calling him a “star” and praising his incredible talent. Paez himself is looking forward to the opportunity to join Chelsea and train under Argentine manager Mauricio Pochettino. With two years to go until his official transfer, Paez remains focused on his current club Independiente del Valle, but is excited for the chance to learn and grow alongside other South American players at Stamford Bridge. It’s clear that Chelsea have big plans for the young midfielder, and Paez is determined to make the most of this incredible opportunity.
Chelsea have made a bold move by bringing wonderkid Kendry Paez for first-team training at the age of 16, two years before his official arrival in a £17.5 million deal. Paez, who has already earned five senior caps for Ecuador, is set to join Chelsea officially in 2025, but he will begin training with the team at their Cobham training ground next week.
The midfielder, who is the youngest debutant and scorer in the Ecuadorian top flight, has caught the eye of Chelsea’s record signing Moises Caicedo, who has praised his fellow Ecuadorian’s talent. Paez himself is excited to join the ranks of South American players at Stamford Bridge under the management of Argentine boss Mauricio Pochettino.
Despite the anticipation of his move to Chelsea, Paez remains focused on his current club Independiente del Valle and is determined to continue performing at his best until he officially joins the Blues in 2025. With the support and praise of his fellow players, Paez is eager to make the most of this opportunity and continue his development before his official move to Chelsea.
