Overview
- FPF executive Jean Ferrari confirmed formal contact with Fabio Gruber and highlighted the 23-year-old’s willingness to represent Peru.
- Gruber told Bild that communication with the federation began last weekend and that a meeting is expected soon.
- FC Nürnberg assistant Javier Pinola praised Gruber as intelligent and strong in leadership, noting he has started regularly and has worn the armband in the 2. Bundesliga.
- Reporters say Gruber is working on Peruvian nationality paperwork and is being considered for November friendlies against Russia and Chile, though no call-up has been announced.
- Scout Víctor Zaferson explained that Robertson’s Australia appearances in October 2023 trigger a three-year wait, so Peru cannot field him until 2026 and must proceed carefully to avoid sanctions.