Horner wants to buy a stake in Alpine: What is the current status?

De Telegraaf reported on Tuesday evening that the Briton is trying to become a minority shareholder in the French team with the help of investors. But GPblog understands that there are no new developments at all.

Horner and a group of investors are said to be targeting 24 percent of the shares, which are currently held by an American consortium called Otro Capital.

Renault is the majority shareholder of the team, which will race with Mercedes engines in Formula 1 next season. Renault has repeatedly stated that their stake in the team is not for sale.

While it is well known that Horner is keen to return to the sport following his departure as Red Bull Racing’s team principal, the 52-year-old will not be eligible to return until the spring of 2026.

Horner’s options are further limited, as Aston Martin, which was rumoured to have been a potential destination, have made it clear they have no interest in bringing him on board, now or in the future.

Horner was let go by Red Bull Racing following the British Grand Prix. Following his departure, the team saw a marked improvement, though Max Verstappen ultimately missed out on his fifth world title on the final day of the season.

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