Two exiled Formulation 1 drivers are reportedly in talks to return to the grid.
Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas misplaced their race seats this 12 months however might come again in 2026.
The arrival of Cadillac because the eleventh staff, and the onset of the 2026 F1 rules, means subsequent season affords potential for these presently with out a spot.
Cadillac have lengthy been linked with a driver duo compromising one skilled veteran and an up-and-comer, probably from America.
Cadillac “have a eager curiosity” in Perez, F1.com insist.
“My sources inform me the Mexican has spoken to a number of groups, together with Cadillac and Alpine,” wrote Lawrence Barretto.
Perez confirmed he can carry out for a midfield staff with Racing Level/Pressure India, then backed up Max Verstappen as an ready No2 drive at Pink Bull.
He ultimately misplaced his seat this 12 months when his potential to attain factors in a difficult Pink Bull waned final season.
However the skilled Perez retains a strong popularity for tyre administration and his potential to assist develop a automobile.
Perez additionally brings monetary backing, from Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim, which can flip heads.
The curiosity in him from Alpine provides one other dimension to the driving force market.
Alpine have already changed Jack Doohan with Franco Colapinto, the newest in a collection of brutal calls by Flavio Briatore over his prolonged profession.
Pierre Gasly is established of their different automobile, however Perez has now emerged as a contender to threaten Colapinto’s place.
Valtteri Bottas additionally in Cadillac talks
Perez has competitors for the Cadillac drive.
“Sources say Bottas and his administration have held talks with Cadillac a couple of seat for subsequent 12 months,” Barretto wrote.
Bottas is aware of Cadillac boss Graeme Lowdon who beforehand labored at Sauber.
Bottas has additionally pushed with Ferrari energy, by means of his time at Sauber. Cadillac will enter F1 utilizing Ferrari engines.
The Finn was a well-liked driver alongside Lewis Hamilton, throughout his golden interval at Mercedes.
However he misplaced his drive this 12 months after failing to attain some extent for Sauber in 2024.
Bottas has made his curiosity in becoming a member of Cadillac very clear.
