Based on the support article, probably not:
How apps, content, and subscriptions from Apple are billed - Apple Support
Apple Gift Card and Apple Account balance can't be used for some purchases
• You can't use your Apple Account balance to send gifts or gift cards.
You are probably best contacting Apple and asking them if there's some way for them to do this for you, if they can:
This support article has various country telephone numbers for contacting Apple for support and service ➔ Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support
It may also depend upon if it has been redeemed or not. Unfortunately it would also appear you do not meet the time criteria for the sender to cancel and re-gift in smaller amounts. Gift apps, media, and more from Apple - Apple Support