Emelec President Publicly Praises Christian Cueva: "Undeniable Technical Skill"

Peruvian midfielder Christian Cueva was officially presented on June 14 as Emelec’s newest signing, where he will wear the iconic number 10 jersey. In a press conference, Jorge Guzmán, president of the Ecuadorian club, praised the 33-year-old and explained the significance of assigning him that prestigious number. Guzmán expressed confidence that Cueva will transform the team’s performance in the second phase of the tournament and be a key contributor in the fight for the top spots.

“Thanks to Christian for being with us. We had been expecting him for a long time, and now it finally happened. I’m very happy to have a player of his caliber,” Guzmán said, highlighting the midfielder’s career and “undeniable technical skill.” “I don’t need to say it here; he will surely prove it on the pitch. He is a first-class player for a first-class club,” he added.

The president also pointed out that awarding Cueva the number 10 shirt—the most important on the team uniform—symbolizes the club’s hope in a player capable of changing the face of Emelec. “For this presidency and the football commission, giving that number to such an experienced player represents the trust we have that he will turn things around for Emelec,” Guzmán concluded.