Overview

• Gruber told Bild that contact with the Peruvian federation began last weekend and that a formal meeting is planned soon.
• He said representing Peru would make him incredibly proud and noted his mother is eager about the possibility.
• FPF director Jean Ferrari has publicly acknowledged Gruber’s interest in playing for the national team.
• He was not considered for the recent match against Chile due to missing documentation, which remains the immediate hurdle.
• The 23-year-old Nürnberg captain, a fluent Spanish speaker with Peruvian family ties, is a candidate for November friendlies against Russia and Chile, while he emphasizes focusing on improving his club’s form.