Despite Gresini’s deal, KTM could force Ine Bastianini to stay for a year.

BastianiniHe finished 14th in last year’s championship, having lost his factory Ducati seat to Marc Marquez. But b Maverick Vinales injury problemsHe might be the underrated KTM rider.

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KTM could block Enea Bastianini’s move to Gresini.

Despite inconsistent form on the RC16, KTM could stand in the way of Bastianini’s exit. As he says Motor needs MotoGresini needed permission from Mattighofen’s superiors before signing the deal.

Bastianini only signed for two years KTM They have inserted a clause that would allow it to be extended to the end of 2027.

KTM hasn’t decided to activate, so Bastiani is being made to wait. It could be argued that it makes little sense to retain a rider who is determined to climb.

Maybe there is a scenario where KTM will extend the deal and then ask for compensation. Gresini To release Bastianini, although this is a controversial move.

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Reports suggest that it seems to complicate the matter even more Tech3 is close to making a deal with Honda. Existing agreements between manufacturers and satellite teams expire at the end of the year.

If the deal goes through, KTM could leave just two bikes on the grid in 2027. Alex Marquez replaces Pedro Acosta. But they haven’t decided on his teammate.

Vinales was lined up for the KTM factory seat. But his ongoing fitness issues – he missed the US GP and underwent a new procedure – made the move doubtful.

Bastianini showed flashes of top form, not least in Austin where he scored a sprint podium and finished sixth in the Grand Prix. If he can consistently deliver that kind of speed, he could be a factory KTM contender whether he likes it or not.