David Alonso is being headhunted by several MotoGP teams for 2027, and it looks like Honda is pushing him hard.
The Japanese giants have been looking to make big moves MotoGP rider market from last year. Honda tried to sign George Martin. In the year During contract disputes with Aprilia in 2026, however, Dorna’s intervention prevented a deal.
By 2026, the group had moved on to other targets. Joan Mir and Luca Marini have retained their seats on the HRC this year, but in 2027, they may have a new pairing.
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Fabio Quatararo is set to join Honda in 2027.They expressed displeasure and frustration Yamaha Due to their lack of success and poor development. Before the weekend of the first race in Thailand, he has already stopped at the V4 project.
Honda There are many drivers competing for the second seat in the factory team, but it is now being seen. Alonso It is their main target.
David Alonso is Honda’s ‘top candidate’ to partner Fabio Quatararo in 2027.
Report from Motor sport Note that Alonso is the ‘main candidate’ to join Honda in 2027 and become a partner Every quarter.
The Colombian has been on the MotoGP radar for some time. His unique skills and results in the junior categories caught everyone’s attention.
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Alonso won 14 of 20 races to become the Moto3 champion in 2024 before finishing ninth in his Moto2 debut last year.
In the year He is sure to be a title contender in 2026, and winning it will put him on track for MotoGP in 2027. Honda seem to have Alonso in high regard, and the 19-year-old looks set to be ahead of the current riders for a seat next year.
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Several MotoGP manufacturers have shown interest in Alonso, but Motorsport reports that his salary demands will be crucial to his future.
Luigi Dellagna wants to sign Alonso to DucatiOne of their satellite group could be the destination. However, the two sides are facing difficulties in negotiations.
Alonso’s wage demands are too high for Ducati.10 times as much as you are willing to pay. It could be to Honda’s advantage as they will have more financial power.
Ducati Alonso picked the ‘wrong manager’. Because of the salary request. There’s no question he’s a top talent, but it could cost him his MotoGP chances.
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