Marko Hanželic
Pri Ducati in the background they have been putting together a mosaic for next season for some time. Weeks ago, the Italians announced that they would make decisions about drivers after both races in Austria end of August. Andrea Dovizioso he turned the matter upside down after announcing his departure earlier this season.
Jack Miller is so far the only confirmed racer on the factory team Ducati for 2021. He only has a one-year contract in his pocket. He may become his teammate Francis Bagnaia. At Ducati they have already confirmed that they are negotiating a two-year contract with him.
"It's true that we've agreed with Pec in principle for the next two years," is the sports director of Ducati Paolo ciabatti told for MotoGP.com. "However, it is too early to say whether he will continue at Pramac or advance to the factory team."
bagnaia is a member of VR46 Academy Valentina Rossi. The latter has been driving for Ducati for two years and recommends Bagnaiu transfer to the factory team. "I definitely advise him to take this step," says Rossi. “Pramac is a very good team, but the factory team still has significantly better conditions on paper. I hope he will wear a red jumpsuit next year, as that would be a very good combination for him and for Ducati. ”
Ciabatta also confirmed the continuation of Johann Zarco: “We will continue with Johann as well” The Frenchman has a contract with Ducati for the current season and is a member of the team Avintia. His performances are Ducati's leadership persuaded to offer him an opportunity in the future as well.
"The good news is that I can continue with Ducati next year," he said French. “I understand that they still need time to decide in which team someone will drive. Of course, we all always dream of getting a place on the factory team. ” zarco could continue on the team Avintia or switched to Pramac. He will drive for the said team next year George Martin, although all together has not yet been officially confirmed. Nevertheless, things are supposed to be clear soon.
Ducati is also in contact with two other Moto2 drivers. It's the first Luca marini. The first conversations between Ducati, VR46 in Marini have already taken place in Austria. Another driver of interest to Italians is Enea Bastianini.
In the team Avintia ima Tito Rabat contract for 2021. The Spaniard has no contract with Ducati, but with the team itself. In Austria, it was heard that Rabat he could have resigned from the team next year and preferred to work as a coach.
