Fernando Alonso is considering a return to Alpine, his former team, amidst Aston Martin's struggles for form in the 2026 Formula 1 season.
## What's behind the potential move?
Alonso's manager, Flavio Briatore, remains a key figure in his career, and their bond stays robust, which could influence his decision to return to Alpine.
Aston Martin's performance has regressed, and their new engine partnership with Honda has had a catastrophic start, failing to finish the first two races.
## How has Alpine performed this season?
Alpine has enjoyed an upward trajectory, currently sitting fifth in the constructors' championship, with powerful Mercedes engines, after finishing dead last in 2025.
Fernando Alonso secured his first point of the 2026 season at the Monaco Grand Prix, after Sergio Perez received a post-race penalty.
## What has Alonso said about his future?
Alonso acknowledged that the Barcelona circuit will not appear on the 2027 race calendar and stated it's probably his last F1 race at Montmelo, saying "After summer I will take the decision to continue or not."
Alonso's deal with Aston Martin includes an ambassadorial position once he retires from competition, keeping him connected to F1 for numerous years ahead.
But Alonso's mood is buoyant this weekend at one of his two home races, and the venue of his most recent F1 triumph back in 2013.
Alonso has already enjoyed three previous stints with Alpine, with his most fruitful period coming when he secured consecutive drivers' championships in 2005 and 2006.
The Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix paddock is rife with speculation about a possible final switch for Alonso.