Gigi Dall’Igna has offered an replace on the manufacturing unit Ducati staff’s plans in WorldSBK for 2025.
Alvaro Bautista, reigning champion the final two years, is the popular choice to remain alongside Nicolo Bulega.
Dall’Igna, who was in Misano final weekend mentioned a deal to stay with title-sponsor Aruba.it was shut, earlier than happening to debate the way forward for Bautista.
“We’re renewing the contract with Aruba,” Dall’Igna advised WorldSBK.com. “We’ve nearly shut the cope with them and after that we now have to finalise the contracts with the riders.
“Alvaro is a double world champion with us and for certain, he is a vital rider for us. We wish to proceed with him.”
If Bautista decides to retire which could be very potential, Ducati might want to discover another choice.
Changing Bautista is not going to be straightforward as he’s dominated WorldSBK with Ducati the final two years.
Though 2024 has been loads more durable, Bautista remains to be a title contender after 4 rounds.
Ducati seems to have a ready-made substitute in Andrea Iannone, nevertheless, Dall’Igna admitted extra is required from the Italian.
“Andrea was with out racing for 4 lengthy years, he got here again a couple of months in the past and it’s not straightforward,” started Dall’Igna.
“He has proven his potential some occasions however he has to enhance a little bit bit. I’m assured as a result of I do know him and his expertise. I do know he can do very effectively.”
Requested whether or not Iannone may exchange Bautista, Dall’Igna reiterated Ducati stance on who they wish to safe.
“I don’t suppose you will need to speak about that at the moment as a result of our first selection is Alvaro.”
