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Toprak Razgatlioglu’s manager Kenan Sofuoğlu is reported to have informed BMW that the Turkish rider wants to make a switch over to MotoGP for the 2025 season. Razgatlioglu’s current deal with BMW is a two-year deal which expires at the end of 2025, but Sofuoğlu suggests that a MotoGP clause could be included in the […]
Toprak Razgatlioglu’s current contract with BMW is set to expire at the end of 2025, and there is speculation about a MotoGP clause possibly being added by Kenan Sofuoğlu. Sofuoğlu mentioned to Speedweek that there is significant interest in Razgatlioglu in the MotoGP paddock for the upcoming year. Although they have a two-year deal with BMW, Sofuoğlu has informed BMW of their intentions to leave the Superbike World Championship at the end of this year and transition to MotoGP, in line with Razgatlioglu’s desires. However, with KTM and Ducati having already filled their 2025 seats, Honda may be the only viable option for Razgatlioglu, as Aprilia is reportedly eyeing Marco Bezzecchi to partner with Jorge Martin. Razgatlioglu, the 2021 WorldSBK champion with Yamaha, switched to BMW after the previous season, and despite having tested Yamaha’s M1 GP bike previously, it seems he may have limited options for a MotoGP move currently. Additionally, there are talks within BMW about a potential MotoGP entry in 2027, coinciding with significant rule changes in the MotoGP era, which could potentially open up the door for Razgatlioglu if the opportunity arises.
