Édison Realpe was an Ecuadorian professional footballer who played as a defender. He began his senior career with Liga Deportiva Universitaria de Quito (L.D.U. Quito) and later featured for clubs including Guayaquil City F.C. and other teams in the Ecuadorian Serie A. Realpe also represented Ecuador at youth international levels, notably with the under‑20 national team.
Career overview
- Early years: Realpe progressed through the youth system of L.D.U. Quito, one of Ecuador’s prominent clubs.
- Senior debut: He made his professional debut with L.D.U. Quito’s first team before moving to other clubs in the top tier of Ecuadorian football.
- Subsequent clubs: His subsequent club affiliations included Guayaquil City, where he earned regular playing time in the Serie A.
- International play: Realpe was selected for Ecuador’s U‑20 national squad, participating in youth competitions and preparatory matches.
Personal details
- Birth: 1990s (specific date not confirmed by the available encyclopedic sources).
- Death: Realpe died in a road traffic incident in Ecuador in 2020. The accident resulted in his premature death while he was still an active player.
Legacy
Realpe’s career, though brief, was marked by his contributions to several top‑flight Ecuadorian clubs and his involvement with the national youth teams. His untimely death was noted in Ecuadorian sports media, prompting tributes from teammates and clubs.
Note: The precise dates of birth and death, as well as a comprehensive list of clubs and appearances, are not fully documented in readily accessible encyclopedic references.
