Paolo Guerrero, who is about to turn 40, continues to make a name for Peru. The “9” won League professional of Ecuador and the South American Cup He also took part in the 2026 World Cup qualification with LDU Quito; Therefore, he is still a sought-after player. The “Predator” will not remain in the Alba squad and would have options from Brazil; For this reason, his future is still uncertain.
Following his recent successes, the attacker was interviewed by DSports Radio. In this dialogue he referred to Blanquirroja, his bad time at Racing Club, his relationship with “Gago” and also his greatest ambitions as a footballer.
What did Paolo Guerrero say about the Peruvian team?
“I want my country to qualify for the World Cup, for the Copa América,” said the Bicolor striker. However, when asked about the national team's current group, the captain said: “It's nice to share the group with Argentina. These games don't happen every day. That's another motivation. I imagine the guys who are there will give their lives”.
Paolo Guerrero is the captain of the Peruvian team. Photo: EFE
Guerrero and his blunt answer: “I’m not closing the doors to any club, especially not to racing.”
When asked about his unpleasant situation in Avellaneda, the “Predator” spoke about how he felt and why he signed: “I spoke to 'Gago' many times, I explained it to him. I was happy in racing, but I had to play. I had to talk to the president,” he said. “I didn’t go into racing for the money. I didn't have a good salary. My goal was to win the Copa Libertadores,” he added.
Regarding returning to the academy, he was blunt: “I’m not closing the doors to any club, especially Racing. I feel great affection for the LDU, I would like to stay. If the leadership doesn't want me, or whatever, “I have to figure out where I'm going,” he commented.
Paolo Guerrero was in racing and played 22 games. Photo: LR/Racing Club composition