Celtic receives notice of loan availability for Chelsea midfielder Kendry Paez

Celtic has been notified that Chelsea midfielder Kendry Paez is available for a loan move this summer. The Ecuadorean international is expected to leave Stamford Bridge to gain further playing experience. Paez joined Chelsea in 2025 following a transfer from Independiente del Valle and has previously completed loan stints at Strasbourg and River Plate. The midfielder also featured in one match during the recent FIFA World Cup in North America and Mexico. Reports from journalist Alan Nixon suggest that Celtic is among a small group of clubs currently tracking the player's status. The connection between the two clubs may be supported by the recent appointment of James Bell-Walker at Celtic, who maintains close ties with the London side.

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