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The Renault Group has appointed its Head of Mergers and Acquisitions, Guillaume Rossi, as Alpine’s CFO amid potential F1 buy-out rumors.
The Renault Group has appointed Guillaume Rossi, Head of Mergers and Acquisitions, as Alpine’s Chief Financial Officer amidst Formula 1 buy-out rumors. Speculation has been circulating about the fate of the Anglo-French marque and its ownership in F1. Christian Horner, former Red Bull Team Principal, has been linked to potentially acquiring a minority stake from holders Otro Capital. The appointment of Rossi as CFO has fueled further speculation about Otro Capital potentially selling its 24% stake in the team. Despite reports of interest from Horner and Toto Wolff, purchasing Alpine’s stake would come at a high price, estimated at over $600 million. The Enstone-based team’s shift to becoming a Mercedes customer outfit has paved the way for potential collaboration with the Silver Arrows beyond just engine supply. Talks between Alpine’s Flavio Briatore and Wolff hint at a possible deal, but the future remains uncertain with only preliminary discussions underway. Alpine’s present success in the 2026 season, currently fifth in the Constructors’ standings, aims to challenge frontrunners McLaren and Ferrari in the upcoming races.
