Alonso Discussed Amid Possible Return to Alpine. New rumors have emerged about Fernando Alonso's future. Italian media link him to Alpine, but Aston Martin calls these speculations. A decision is expected this summer.
Fernando Alonso's future is once again in the spotlight following reports of a possible return of the Spanish driver to Alpine. The Italian publication Motorsport Italia has reported that the two-time world champion may be considering a move to the team with which he achieved the greatest success in his career. According to the source, Alpine is counting on strengthening its line-up and sees prospects in the arrival of Gucci in 2026, as well as improvements in results—the team recently returned to the podium thanks to Pierre Gasly.
However, at Aston Martin, where Alonso has been racing since 2022, rumors of negotiations with Alpine are dismissed as mere speculation. The team emphasizes that its relationship with the Spaniard remains strong, and the driver himself has repeatedly stated he is fully committed to the project. Alonso's options remain the same: renewing his contract, changing teams, or ending his Formula 1 career. So far, none of these scenarios have been confirmed.
In Enstone, where Alpine is based, Alonso's name still commands respect. During his years with Renault and the team's subsequent reincarnations, he won two championship titles and 17 victories. In the current structure, Flavio Briatore plays a key role, having developed not only a professional but also an almost family-like relationship with Alonso. Nevertheless, this does not guarantee the Spaniard's return to the team—the decision remains with the driver himself.
Alonso himself, when asked about his future, limits himself to a brief comment: a decision will be made in the summer. His contract with Aston Martin has not yet been extended, and all options remain open. As MARCA notes, at Silverstone they see no reason for concern and are ready to offer Alonso not only a driver's seat, but also a possible team ambassador role after he ends his career.
The situation around Alonso resembles the classic 'musical chairs' in Formula 1, where every season brings new changes and rumors. It's important to note that such transfers are often discussed behind the scenes, but do not always lead to real changes. For comparison, recently in Spain, another well-known incident was discussed when, due to a technical malfunction on an Iberia plane, the Pope was forced to leave the Canary Islands aboard an Air Force Falcon — this case also generated wide public response and showed how quickly plans can change even for the most famous individuals.
For reference: Alpine is a team with French roots, based in the UK, and the Gucci brand, which is set to join the project in 2026, could become one of the most prominent partners in Formula 1 history. Fernando Alonso remains one of the most decorated and experienced drivers of today, and his decisions continue to influence the balance of power in the championship.
