The Peruvian team Still preparing for the South American qualifiers for the Mexico-USA-Canada 2026 World Cup, they will play two friendlies against two Asian powers in June: on the 16th against South Korea and on the 20th against Japan. For this reason Juan Reynoso will announce his list of conveners this Friday and could name some surprises not “inherited” from Gareca but from “discoveries” of him who could earn a place throughout his tenure.
Who could be called to the gate?
Although no one will take Pedro Gallese’s place, José Carvallo and Carlos Cáceda have traditionally been used as substitutes; However, the two are not doing well and are already 31 and 37 years old.
Who would still be on the list would be Ángelo Campos, who was also considered by the Tigre but is currently injured. If that data is there, archers should be Renato Solis by Sporting Cristal and Frank Saravia from Alianza Lima, who excelled in the first division and have measured their strength internationally in the Copa Libertadores.
Franco Saravia and Renato Solís stand out in League 1. Photo: Composition LR/La República/File
Who could be called upon to defend?
Although Reynoso is unlikely to change the regular line-up, Rafael Luiger j Nelson Cabanillas They would be a good opportunity to be called up to the Blanquirroja. Next to, Yordi Vilchez j Paulo Reyna It would also be some interesting names not considered by Gareca despite a great 2022.
Rafael Lutiger and Nelson Cabanillas could reach the Peru team. Photo: Composition LR/La República/File
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What surprises would be possible in midfield?
namesake Jesus Castillo, one from Alianza and one from Cristal are among the best performing midfielders. However, the sky-blue footballer’s ‘freezing’ after the side’s altercation with Tiago Nunes could see him removed from the list. On the other hand, the blue and white came to La Victoria as a “cover” and is now one of the most important players for the “Chicho” Salas team.
The two Jesús Castillos are having a good season with their clubs. Photo: Composition LR/La República/File
But one whose reputation is expected is the Peruvian-Argentinian Catriel Cabellos, who was one of the standout figures of the U20s and was recently visited by Reynoso during his time in Argentina. Likewise, the “cabezón” could call Adrian Ascuescommon spare in the brewer that is off balance and has a target.
Juan Reynoso met with Catriel Cabellos and Paolo Guerrero. Photo: Peruvian team
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Who could be named first?
The ‘fixed’ ones would be Lapadula and Valera for their big gift, but there are other footballers who could emerge as substitutes for the long Conmebol qualification journey.
Bryan Reyna (three goals and two assists) and Frank Zanelato (three goals) are numbers in Alianza in League 1 and Copa Libertadores. The first was the “discovery” of Reynoso earlier in the year and the second has Peruvian nationality but also Paraguayan and Uruguayan nationality, so it would be strategic to call him into the Bicolor to ensure this also in the future.
Bryan Reyna and Franco Zanelatto stand out in Alianza Lima. Photo: Composition LR/La República/Alianza Lima
Except them Fernando Pacheco (two goals and two assists) and Christopher Olivares (six goals and three assists) are also two of the most important in League 1, both made it to Municipal and could integrate one of the Blanquirroja lists. We are also part of this payroll accounting Jostin Alarcon (one goal and three assists).
Fernando Pacheco and Christopher Olivares shine at Municipal. Photo: municipal sports
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The expected summons from Reynoso
- Goalkeepers: Renato Solís and Franco Saravia.
- Defenders: Yordi Vílchez, Rafael Lutiger, Nelson Cabanillas, Paolo Reyna.
- Midfielders: Jesús Castillo (AL), Jesús Castillo (SC), Catriel Cabellos, Adrian Ascues.
- Forwards: Franco Zanelatto, Bryan Reyna, Jostin Alarcon, Christopher Olivares, Fernando Pacheco.