I would probably cut some clean edges about an inch inboard of the dimples and use as much of the panel as you can. Consider it a straight template to determine if the trunk floor edge is bent inward. And you will need less filler when you finish it off. Plus, this will place your trunk latch component in the right location.
If you use a minimal short section, you might have less filler than you do now, but you may also be welding it to a bent floor and not be able to see it. Not to mention trunk leak issues from the seal not doing it's job.
I've been cutting and welding cars for 47 years, so that's how I would fix it.
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