While Venezuela would be considered decent preparation for Australia's World Cup group opponents, Peru, the lack of high-profile players and limited time for promotion doesn't deem a friendly against the South American nation financially rewarding for the FFA.

Los Vinos Tintos finished bottom of their South American qualification group despite improved performances on recent campaigns but aside from Salomon Rondon of West Brom and Torino's Tomas Rincon, there are no drawcard names on their roster. A final decision is set to be made next week but it appears their preference is swaying towards the preference of new coach Bert van Marwijk in avoiding travelling to Australia altogether and preparing closer to Russia.

It's understood an agreement has already been reached to hold a training camp in the Turkish Mediterranean city of Antalya beginning in late May but that could begin a week earlier should the FFA scrap last ditch-hopes of a farewell game.

The venue was chosen due to its warm climate, with van Marwijk wanting the players to undergo a rigorous preparation in hot temperatures as part of their conditioning, before playing in cooler climates in south and central Russia. Antalya was chosen ahead of the south of Spain for Australia's pre-tournament base due to the better training facilities.

While based in Turkey before the tournament, the Socceroos will also play two friendly games in Europe as warm-up matches for the World Cup. It's understood deals to play Hungary in Budapest and the Czech Republic in Prague are close to being finalised, with match days likely to be scheduled in late May and early June.