Mainz signs defender Fabio Gruber from 1. FC Nürnberg
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 1:31 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Mainz has officially announced the signing of Fabio Gruber, captain of 1. FC Nürnberg. The 23-year-old defender, who has represented Peru in five of their last six matches, was pursued by Augsburg and Borussia Mönchengladbach. Sporting director Niko Bungert praised Gruber's leadership and technical abilities. Gruber expressed enthusiasm for joining Mainz and competing in the Bundesliga.
- •Fabio Gruber joins Mainz from 1. FC Nürnberg.
- •Gruber played for Peru in recent international matches.
- •Mainz edged out Augsburg and Borussia Mönchengladbach for his signing.
- •Sporting director Niko Bungert emphasized Gruber's leadership qualities.
- •Gruber is excited about the challenge ahead in the Bundesliga.
- 1:31 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Mainz sign Peruvian international from Nürnberg
"Mainz announced the transfer of 1. FC Nürnberg's captain Fabio Gruber. The 05ers beat the defender's former club Augsburg and Borussia Mönchengladbach in the race for the Peruvian international.The ...
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