Valentino Rossi, didn’t just invite KTM MotoGP ace Pedro Acosta to the iconic “100 km dei Campioni” event to compete. No, Rossi played his game of chess, seeking to lure Acosta to his own team, VR46 with a subtle offensive against contracts and allegiances. Acosta was there not for racing glory but for a conversation that could rewrite his future. The “Gazzetta” captured the essence of this clash, describing how Rossi and Acosta exchanged words not on the track, but behind the scenes, exploring a future already taking shape…
Valentino RossiMotoGP legend, would have tried to convince Pedro Acosta to join his academy VR46. During the “100 km dei Campioni” event, the two drivers reportedly had a one-on-one discussion, hinting at a possible future collaboration.
The meeting between the two drivers did not go unnoticed in Italy, where the media covered the event, notably La Gazzetta dello Sport. According to the Italian daily, the main subject of this meeting in Tavullia was not only the race, but also the future of Pedro Acosta
in MotoGP. Rossiwith his experience and his clear vision of the future, would have seriously considered integrating the young Spaniard into his VR46 structure. “ When ? As soon as possible. We'll see everything else“, confided Rossi himself, with a certain determination.
The rumor of a transfer to VR46 naturally makes observers shudder, but the situation is complex. Acostawho has already made a sensational debut in MotoGP, remains under contract with KTM
for several years. Despite speculation surrounding a possible change, nothing suggests that KTMwith its powerful support of Red Bullis ready to part with its talented pilot.
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Pedro Acosta has also reaffirmed his loyalty to KTM which must find 540 million euros before February 25
Acosta has also reaffirmed its loyalty to the Austrian manufacturer in recent weeks, emphasizing that offers from satellite teams, even as prestigious as that of Rossiwould not compensate for the advantage of evolving in a factory structure with the weight of a major manufacturer behind it.
Pour Rossihowever, the idea of integrating
Acosta in his team
VR46 would be a strategic move.
Acostaonly 20 years old, is one of the greatest talents in MotoGP, and the opportunity to have such a rider in his team would be a major asset. However, the timing seems unlikely in the short term. Although he is flattered by the interest in Rossi, Acostaat this stage of his career, seems to prioritize his development within KTMwhere it benefits from the infrastructure of a factory team and a solid partnership with Red
Bull.
Even if the idea of a collaboration between Rossi
et Acosta excites fans, market reality and contractual commitments complicate the implementation of this project immediately. The future ofAcosta still seems well anchored in
KTMbut discussions with
Rossi only confirm the admiration that the latter has for the young Spaniard and the strategic interest that he represents. It will be recalled that KTM must find
540 million euros before February 25date on which the creditors will have to decide on the restructuring plan.
