David Alonso was set to join Honda’s factory line-up in 2027, but his inconsistent performances in Moto2 could now see Diogo Moreira take the seat instead.
The Colombian rider dominated the MotoGP paddock in Moto3 in 2024 and had a strong debut season in Moto2 last year, finishing ninth with one win and five podiums.
Amid the chaos that ensued MotoGP rider marketIt is reported that Alonso will join Honda in 2027Getting a factory seat that Ducati couldn’t offer. However, the Japanese manufacturer now has doubts.
David Alonso’s ‘inconsistent’ Moto2 performances could see him replace Diogo Morera at LCR in 2027
Everything appeared in place Honda In 2027, with Alonso With Fabio Quartararo at HRC and Moreira Session with Johan Zarko LCR. However, that may now change.
According to the report Motorpassion MotoAlonso’s ‘inconsistent’ performances in Moto2 will ‘make HRC consider a change’ and place him in the LCR instead.
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The 20-year-old is yet to score a podium in 2026, currently sitting sixth in the standings, 71.5 points behind championship leader Manu Gonzalez.
His form left as Honda placed Alonso in the satellite team instead of the factory outfit. He has signed a contract with Honda, but the team he will compete with has yet to be decided.
Moreira has a direct contract with Honda, and the Japanese giants fear they will ‘hinder his growth’. So now they can switch the two riders and give the Brazilian the seat next to Quatararo at HRC.
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Honda could ‘terminate’ David Alonso’s contract
Alonso is ‘awaiting confirmation’ to join LCR. In the year In 2027. If he should improve his form in Moto2, it is possible that HRC will take the seat.
But Honda holds Moreira in high esteem and wants to ensure that his growth continues smoothly. They may decide to promote Alonso regardless of his results, but if the Colombian doesn’t improve he could lose his contract entirely.
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The report claims that Honda have a ‘clause’ that allows them to ‘terminate’ Alonso’s contract and pay him financial compensation. Alonso’s salary is asking for Ducati It suggests that he has a higher salary with Honda.
However, that would be an ‘extreme measure’, and the Japanese manufacturer have ‘no interest’ in taking such a step with Alonso.
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