Franco Colapinto Sparks Bidding War Between Red Bull and Alpine
- Red Bull is considering replacing Sergio Perez after a disappointing season, eyeing Franco Colapinto as a potential candidate.
- Franco Colapinto has garnered interest from Alpine, which may influence the transfer negotiations with Williams.
- Team principals from Red Bull and Williams are actively discussing options, with hopes to finalize a decision before the season concludes.
Red Bull Racing is likely to part ways with Sergio Perez after a disappointing Formula 1 season. This opens up the possibility for young driver Franco Colapinto, currently with Williams, to step into a more significant role. Meanwhile, Alpine is also reportedly interested in Colapinto, which may lead Williams to demand a high transfer fee. Red Bull chief Christian Horner expressed admiration for Colapinto's potential, indicating that he could be a future star in F1. Team principal James Vowles is working with interested teams to ensure the best situation for Colapinto while safeguarding Williams' interests as well. Vowles is optimistic that by the end of the current season, a resolution regarding Colapinto’s future will be reached, though discussions between teams remain complex.