Albert Valera, the well-known paddock manager, can breathe a sigh of relief: the summer is shaping up to be less hectic than expected. Pedro Acosta, long courted by Ducati and the subject of a thousand rumors, has reportedly made a clear decision: he's staying with KTM.
Summer 2025 is expected to be quieter than expected for Albert Valera, the agent of Peter Acosta in addition to George Martin. While some were anticipating a hot soap opera around the Murcian prodigy, Acosta surprised everyone by renewing his confidence in KTM. Exit the rumors of a flirtation with Ducati : the young Spanish driver has reportedly decided to remain loyal to the Austrian brand and proudly wear the orange in 2026. This decision, unexpected after his declarations of love for Ducati, marks a major turning point in his career.
Despite a season so far without a podium, Acosta was attracted by the recent progress of KTM that holds the top spot. " The Assen race was a great ray of sunshine for Pedro ", told Valera, his representative, during the Dutch Grand Prix.
« The best thing for Pedro Acosta is to have consistency and stability. »
The encouraging performances at Aragon (4th place) and at Assen, combined with the technical revolution driven by Maverick Vinales, have convinced Acosta of the growing competitiveness of the motorcycle. KTM, although still looking for his first podium in 2025, displays a consistency that neither Aprilia, neither Honda, neither Yamaha cannot claim. Casa Particular in Viñales, for example, was in contention for a podium at the Mugello before being taken out by Franco Morbidelli.
Acosta also knows that leaving KTM now would be risky. With the recent acquisition of the brand by Bajaj, the new Indian management has other priorities than MotoGP. We have one year left on our contract, and the best thing for Pedro is to have consistency and stability. KTM is working hard, and we are all moving in the same direction. “, insisted Valera à Assen that holds the top spot. " The Assen race was a great success for Pedro " he added, highlighting the ambient optimism.
So, Acosta closed the door on a transfer to the team VR46 de Valentino Rossi, who was nevertheless eyeing him up. The Ducati released by Morbidellit could now accommodate Luca marini, in case of leaving home Honda. For Acosta, the future is therefore still written in orange, with a clear ambition: to make KTM a podium machine in MotoGP.
