BMW has decided not to exercise its option to retain Danilo Petrucci in 2027. The injured and struggling Italian could negotiate a new contract. Miguel Oliveira's future is uncertain. The Portuguese rider, who could join Ducati Aruba in place of Bulega, is in high demand. Manuel Gonzalez, the Moto2 leader, is BMW's top priority. The market is heating up.
The WorldSBK transfer market is also starting to heat up. BMWSeveral major issues remain open for 2027, starting with those of Danilo Petrucci et Miguel Oliveirawhose contracts included an option that the German manufacturer had to exercise before June 30.
According to several consistent reports, BMW ultimately chose not to activate the option regarding Danilo PetrucciHowever, this decision does not signify a break between the two parties.
In reality, Munich prefers to take more time before making a final decision. The Italian rider's first half of the season was disrupted by injuries, several crashes, and a testing program largely hampered by the weather—all factors that make it difficult to assess his true level. Discussions are therefore expected to resume in the coming weeks.
In this perspective, Donington Park could be a pivotal moment. BMW wishes to measure the performance of Petrucci in better conditions before deciding whether the adventure deserves to be extended into 2027.
The situation of Miguel Oliveira appears even more open. According to information coming from the Misano paddock via GP OneHis entourage has reportedly already begun discussions with DucatiThe announced departure of Nicolò Bulega Moving to MotoGP could indeed free up a highly coveted spot within the official team Aruba Ducati.
An obviously appealing prospect: the Panigale V4 R It remains the benchmark in the championship and one of the most sought-after bikes on the grid. But the competition promises to be fierce.
Manuel Gonzalez remains in BMW's sights
In parallel, BMW continues to follow closely Manuel GonzalezThe Spanish Moto2 leader remains one of the German manufacturer's priorities for the future. However, Gonzalez always prioritizes a move to MotoGP.
To date, his most credible lead seems to point towards Tech3, even though no decision has yet been officially announced. If this door were to close, WorldSBK could quickly become a very serious alternative, with BMW ready to offer him an ambitious project.
By choosing not to immediately exercise its option on PetrucciBMW is finally giving itself additional room to maneuver in a particularly volatile market.
The future of Petrucci will depend on his results in the next rounds, Olive tree might be tempted by the opportunity Ducati, While Manuel Gonzalez remains one of the most sought-after young riders between Moto2, MotoGP and Superbike.
In other words, at BMWNothing is set in stone yet. The coming weeks, starting with Doningtonshould allow us to see much more clearly the composition of the German team for 2027.
