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VR46 offers update on Pedro Acosta MotoGP rumours: ‘He’s interesting to every team’
VR46 MotoGP team boss Pablo Nieto mentioned that discussions about the rider line-up for 2026 are still at an early stage, with Pedro Acosta potentially joining the team owned by Valentino Rossi.
Among the four teams officially having a seat available for the 2026 season, VR46 is in the spotlight as current rider Franco Morbidelli’s contract is set to end this year.
While there are close ties between Morbidelli and VR46 through the Academy, the team is also considering Pedro Acosta, who has shown discontent with KTM’s performance despite having a deal in place with the manufacturer.
Acosta has been rumored to be linked to Honda for 2026, but talks remain uncertain due to speculation about Jorge Martin potentially breaking his contract with Aprilia to join HRC.
Nieto acknowledges the interest in Acosta from VR46, but notes that many teams are also eyeing the young talent, highlighting the need for an open-minded approach to rider line-ups.
Reflecting on the Academy’s success in nurturing talents, Nieto emphasizes the team’s evolution and willingness to consider riders outside the traditional Academy framework, such as their signing of Fabio Di Giannantonio last year.
