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Valentino Rossi link-up with Pedro Acosta still on the table, says manager
Pedro Acosta’s manager has confirmed that joining VR46 for the 2027 MotoGP season “could be an option”, though his preference is a factory team. The Spaniard is set to become a central figure in the 2027 rider market, following a disappointing second year with KTM last season. In the early part of last year, Pedro Acosta was linked to a move to VR46 Ducati for 2026, as well as the factory Honda team. Both parties confirmed at one point that conversations had taken place over the prospect of Acosta joining Valentino Rossi’s outfit, which currently has one factory bike from Ducati. Over the winter break, rumors emerged that Acosta had already signed a deal for 2027, with many believing it to be with the factory Ducati squad. Valera manages Acosta and Jorge Martin, with both out of contract with their current teams at the end of 2026.”
