'Schumacher and Herta linked to AlphaTauri, Gasly possibly to Alpine'

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27 August 2022 at 14:58
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The silly season in Formula 1 is taking surprising turns. Amidst all the rumours, Pierre Gasly is now mentioned as a possible candidate for the vacant Alpine seat next to Esteban Ocon.

Gasly linked with Alpine seat in 2023

In an unexpected development, both Mick Schumacher and IndyCar driver Colton Herta are being linked with a future at AlphaTauri. Alpine team boss Otmar Szafnauer does not want to let go of Piastri yet, but the team has been talking to other drivers and has reportedly shown interest in Gasly. To achieve this, Red Bull Racing would 'loan' the driver out while maintaining ties with the Austrian stable. According to Autosport.com.

Meanwhile, Helmut Marko is said to be considering giving Schumacher a chance at AlphaTauri, where a seat would become available in the aforementioned scenario. Herta would also be a possibility. To further fuel the rumours, Marko was spotted talking to Zak Brown, who is also CEO of the IndyCar McLaren team for which Herta drives.