Overview
- Sports commentator Diego Rebagliati said Barreto plans surprise call-ups for the November tour, naming Jairo Vélez and Adrián Ugarriza as expected inclusions pending federation confirmation.
- Vélez is eligible to represent Peru after obtaining citizenship in November 2024, clearing the way for a first call under his new status.
- The Universitario midfielder helped secure the 2025 tricampeonato, featuring in 35 matches with three goals and one assist as his form drew national-team interest.
- Journalist Kevin Pacheco reported the FPF sent reserve letters to foreign clubs listing several candidates and indicated Luis Advíncula, Renato Tapia, and Alexander Robertson would not be called for this window.
- Peru is scheduled to face Russia on November 12 at Gazprom Arena in Saint Petersburg and Chile on November 18 at Fisht Stadium in Sochi.