 He was promoted to the first team for the following campaign, but would never be an undisputed starter.On 20 December 2003, he scored a late penalty in a 2–2 draw at Atlético Madrid.After spending 2006–07 on loan to Segunda División side Málaga CF, Valle returned to Santander, playing almost no part in the Cantabrians first-ever qualification to the UEFA Cup after finishing sixth (only eight matches, one start).