Marc Marquez has opened the dialogue on his potential future after a year at Gresini Ducati. Questioned by TNT Sports, he did not hide his expectations in the face of a transfer market which he foresees being intense: “ the market looks exciting, it will take time to close the deals. Each manufacturer has secured a star driver; once Ducati chooses Pecco and Yamaha Quartararo, Aprilia will select one of the next two riders. For me, all options remain open. Being fast on the track opens many doors, that's my goal ", did he declare.
Marc Marquez spoke about the freedom his current position gives him, contrasting with the previous season marked by struggles at Honda. " I like it here and I feel competitive. I am ready to listen to all proposals “, he added, leaving the door open to various possibilities.
Its recent performances recognized by both the brand's CEO and Claudio Domenicali and the essential Gigi Dall'Igna places it in a good position to negotiate its future. With promising results from the start of the season, logic would suggest a continuation at Gresini, especially if his performances continue to improve. Furthermore, the factory team Ducati could offer the troops Nadia Padovani a latest generation motorcycle in 2025.
« For me, Marc Marquez is not in this Ducati equation, because I see him elsewhere »
The possibility of moving to Ducati factory team version is looming, although KTM also expressed interest in Marquez, sharing a common sponsor with him thanks to Red Bull. Despite the rise of Peter Acosta at KTM, the combination Acosta Marquez is a tempting prospect for many.
A return to Honda remains an option, but their current performance makes this possibility less and less likely. A general situation as summarized by Ricard Jové on motosan : " who leads the championship? Martin. Who is second? Bastianini. And who is at stake for the official bike? Those two there. It will be decided by Mugello. Ducati must make this decision calmly, based on meritocracy. But Jorge Martin has already moved cards to his advantage. For me, Marc is not in this equation, because I see him elsewhere ", he concluded, suggesting that Martin could well be the one that stays in red at Ducati, leaving Marc Marquez explore other options.
