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Valentino Rossi’s VR46 Ducati MotoGP team has one seat open for 2027 and four contenders for it. We assess them
The competition for a highly sought-after satellite ride in MotoGP for 2027 seems to be narrowing down to four Italian riders, including Nicolo Bulega, Luca Marini, Celestino Vietti, and Franco Morbidelli.
Valentino Rossi, as the team owner of Ducati satellite partner VR46, has expressed the priority of maintaining an Italian presence within the team’s lineup.
Fermin Aldeguer is set to join the team from Gresini, replacing Fabio Di Giannantonio, who will move to KTM in 2027.
The decision on Aldeguer’s teammate remains uncertain, with Rossi considering Bulega, Marini, Vietti, and Morbidelli for the position.
Each rider has their own strengths and weaknesses, making the choice a crucial and strategic one for VR46 and Ducati as they aim to strengthen their partnership while ensuring competitive performance in MotoGP.
