Fernando Alonso is rumored to be considering a comeback to his former team, Alpine, amid ongoing struggles for form with Aston Martin. Despite expressing his desire to end his Formula 1 career with Aston Martin, speculations at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix suggest a potential switch.

Alonso, who turns 45 in July, has had three previous stints with the Enstone-based Alpine team. His most successful period was when he won consecutive drivers’ championships in 2005 and 2006 while the team was known as Renault. However, his later periods with the team were less rewarding.

There are increasing speculations, as reported by Motorsport.com, that Alonso might make a return to Alpine, with boss Flavio Briatore, his manager, open to welcoming him back. If Briatore extends the invitation, Alonso, given the strong bond between them, would likely consider the opportunity.

However, a move back to Alpine would mean breaking his long-term agreement with Aston Martin. Despite nearing the end of his F1 racing career, Alonso is set to transition into an ambassadorial role with Aston Martin post-retirement, ensuring his continued connection to F1.

Aston Martin, aiming for a stronger season, has faced setbacks, including a challenging start with a new engine partnership with Honda. Despite their potential, the team’s performance has not met expectations, hindering their progress on the grid.

Alonso secured the team’s first point of the season at Monaco, benefiting from a penalty to Sergio Perez, pushing him and Cadillac below in the final standings. In contrast, Alpine has shown improvement this year, currently placed fifth in the midfield with Mercedes engines after finishing last in the 2025 constructors’ championship.

Alonso’s spirits are high as he competes in one of his home races at the Barcelona circuit, where he last triumphed in 2013. Acknowledging that this could be his final F1 race at Montmelo, Alonso expressed gratitude to fans and hinted at making a decision on his future after the summer.

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