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Christian Horner given Alpine asking price as major obstacle to F1 return cleared
According to reports, Christian Horner has been informed about the cost of a return to F1 through Alpine. Horner expressed his interest in a team ownership role after being released by Red Bull in July 2025. There have been ongoing speculations linking Horner to Alpine, with Otro Capital reportedly looking to sell their 24% stake. While it was initially believed that Mercedes was interested in purchasing the stake, talks broke down due to valuation differences. Otro is asking for $720 million for their share, potentially setting a price for Horner’s return to F1. If Horner were to join Alpine, he might take on a role in the team’s day-to-day operations given his extensive experience and Red Bull success. Renault currently holds a veto on the sale until September, and they had previously rejected Horner’s proposal.
