Gresini could be Nicolo Bulega’s only chance to ride a Ducati bike in the 2027 MotoGP, and it all depends on what the factory pays for the seat.
The World Superbike star will be hoping to land a seat in the premier class for next season. however, Ducati wants to keep the Bullega in WSBKThe Italian is currently helping the team develop their 850cc bike with Michele Pirro for 2027.
The chances of landing a full-time seat are dwindling, with the factory team signing Pedro Acosta alongside Marc Marquez. VR46 is also not an option, Fabio Di Giannantonio could join Fermin Aldera; Gresini as the only option Ducati.
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After Aldeguer’s exit, Alex Marquez is leaving Gresini, looking set to join KTM. Nadia Padovani’s team is looking for a new line of riders.
Daniel Holgado It is very popular to mix with Gresini. Ine Bastianini An opportunity to join the team is also being explored. open It’s in the background, but unless Ducati steps in, its chances are fading.
Ducati had to pay Niccolò Bulega to join Gresini in 2027
It is reported that Gresini does not want to sign Bulega. Unless it’s the best option. Holgado and Bastianini look set to join the team in 2027.
Bulega’s agent hinted at leaving Ducati If they don’t have a seat for him in MotoGP next season. However, Borgo Pangale’s outfit on Desmosedici might be his saving grace if you’re serious about getting him.
as a MotoMattersThere is no seat available at Ducati, unless Di Giannantonio in the VR46 or Bastianini in the Gresini – who did not join them – were dropped.
However, this depends on whether the Ducati ‘pays more for the seat than the Gresini’. There should be no doubt that the factory Bulega is ready for MotoGP level.
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Maverick Vinales is still likely to land a KTM factory seat, while Luca Marini could join Pramac.
of MotoGP rider market It moved quickly in 2026 as the Cavaliers and teams looked to hash out new contracts for next season. MotoMatters shared more details about other possible activities between the grids.
At KTM, Maverick Vinales is the ‘still most likely’ rider to partner Alex Marquez next year. It has been widely reported that Top Gun will leave Tech 3 in 2027.
however, Vinales deal ‘blocked’ With his rough start to the 2026 season. Brad Binder, as well as some other Moto2 riders, may be in contention, but the Spaniard is the primary contender for the KTM seat.
Luca Marini lost his Yamaha seat to Ai OguraBut a Honda rider set to leave HRC could still join Iwata’s outfit. In the race for the Pramak seat, Toprak Razgatlioglu is locked in for 2027.
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