Francesco Bagnaia’s future at Ducati has been under scrutiny for several months, and Aprilia boss Massimo Rivola thinks the upcoming season will be his last at Borgo Panigale.
The two-time world champion put up a tough fight against Marc Marquez of equal machinery last year.
Ducati is very fond of the Spanish talent, and it is indicated as such At the moment they are prioritizing Marquez over Bagnaia. Looking ahead to 2027.
Pedro Acosta is also at the top of Ducati’s list. Unofficial reports suggest that the Italian constructor has agreed to a new set of rules for MotoGP over his future journey.
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Aprilia boss Massimo Rivola thinks Ducati will ditch Francesco Bagnaia for Pedro Acosta in 2027.
During the interview with Moto.it At the launch of the Aprilia 2026 MotoGP prototype, Massimo Rivola was asked to give his thoughts on the rider market heading into the upcoming campaign.
Especially how the Italian builder’s arch-rivals, Ducati, are lining up for a new era in the premier class.
Rivola replied: “For sure, I think Marc will stay at Ducati. Pedro has said he wants Ducati at all costs, so that’s a match made in heaven.”
Of course, Rivola predicts Bagnaia will lose his position as official rider for the Borgo Panigale-based team, leading the Aprilia boss to wonder where he will see the #63 set up shop next.
He replied: “I can’t tell you, but Peco is a champion, a multiple champion, he’s going to impress everybody.”
Given Bagnia’s status as one of only two riders to have won more than one world championship, A satellite ride is ‘out of the question’ for the Italian rider.
In fact, Bagnaia could find a new home at Aprilia if Rivola’s comments that he’s a challenger for every brand in the MotoGP paddock are taken seriously.
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Massimo Rivola spoke about Aprilia’s rider line-up for the 2027 MotoGP season
In an interview with an Italian publication, Rivola was asked to express his current feelings regarding the future of the factory line of his brand.
In the year Following Marco Bezecchi’s 2025 season with Aprilia, the Spaniard now looks set to be the front-runner for Jorge Martin after his injury struggles last year.
Rivola said: “With[Bezecchi]we are building something that will go down in history.
“We want to see George fit and then we’ll start working. George’s speed and ability are unquestionable, so hopefully we’ll have time to do that.”
Martin’s future has been in question since the start of his 2025 contract deal.
It is reported that Honda has submitted a request to Martin For 2027, so the upcoming campaign will be crucial to decide where he will compete next season.
