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Independiente del Valle director: Kendry Páez made decisions that complicated his life

From El Comercio · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Michel Deller, a key figure at Independiente del Valle, commented on the career trajectory of young footballer Kendry Páez.
  • Deller stated that Páez, despite his exceptional talent, has made decisions that have complicated his life and career.
  • He expressed hope that Páez will mature and reach his full potential, emphasizing that opportunities are limited.

Michel Deller, a prominent owner and director of Ecuadorian club Independiente del Valle, has spoken candidly about the current career phase of Kendry Páez, a highly touted young talent. Páez, who emerged as one of Ecuador's most promising players at just 16 years old and secured a transfer to Chelsea, has faced challenges in establishing himself since leaving his formative club.

Kendry is a son of the house. We love him very much. He is a good kid who has had it tough and has made decisions that have complicated his life

— Michel DellerDeller's assessment of Kendry Páez's career challenges during an interview.

"Kendry is a son of the house. We love him very much. He is a good kid who has had it tough and has made decisions that have complicated his life," Deller stated in an interview with Vito TV. While Deller did not elaborate on the specific decisions, he alluded to factors that have hindered Páez's progress, impacting his continuity at clubs like Racing Strasbourg and River Plate.

Deller emphasized that Páez still possesses exceptional talent and the potential to regain his best form. However, he stressed that the responsibility now lies with the player to mature and make the right choices. "We are always waiting for him to enhance that talent he has, which is exceptional. But at this stage of his life, it's up to him. He knows what he has to do and knows that opportunities are limited, not unlimited," Deller added.

We are always waiting for him to enhance that talent he has, which is exceptional. But at this stage of his life, it's up to him. He knows what he has to do and knows that opportunities are limited, not unlimited

— Michel DellerDeller's remarks on Páez's potential and the need for personal responsibility.

The Ecuadorian midfielder's career has not unfolded as smoothly as initially anticipated. After brief stints with Racing Strasbourg in France and a loan spell at River Plate in Argentina, where neither move provided the desired playing time, Páez remains under contract with Chelsea. The London club is reportedly seeking a new loan destination for the 19-year-old to help him gain crucial experience and develop his game.

God willing, he matures to become his best version

— Michel DellerDeller's concluding hope for Páez's future development.
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Originally published by El Comercio in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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