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NEWS · 16 Sep 2026

Chelsea’s former prodigy Paez still in U21s after three years

Chelsea signed 16‑year‑old Kendry Paez as one of the world’s brightest prospects. Three years on, he remains with the under‑21s and has yet to make a senior appearance. The club and the player are now looking to understand why the expected breakthrough has stalled.

Kendry Paez burst onto the footballing scene when Chelsea signed him at the age of 16, hailed as one of the world’s most promising young talents. The club’s investment in the Argentine midfielder was backed by a generation of pundits who saw him as a future star.

Fast forward three years and Paez is still operating within the club’s under‑21 setup, without a single senior team appearance to his name. His current status reflects a gap between early promise and first‑team reality.

Several factors can explain why the expected progression has stalled. The step up from academy to senior football in the Premier League is notoriously steep, and Paez has faced intense competition for places. Additionally, the physical demands and tactical requirements of top‑flight football can take time to master, and any injury setbacks may have further delayed his development.

For Chelsea, Paez remains a player with potential, and the club is likely to continue monitoring his progress closely. A loan move could offer the regular first‑team minutes needed to bridge the gap between youth and senior football.

Looking ahead, Paez will aim to prove himself at the under‑21 level and earn a call‑up to the senior squad. The next few seasons will be crucial in determining whether he can finally translate his early promise into a breakthrough at Stamford Bridge.