Fernando Alonso looks almost certain to leave Ferrari at the end of the season after informing the team that his desire is to leave for rival McLaren.
The Spaniard’s relations with the Italian team have steadily declined over recent months as Alonso grows impatient over their performance.
The 33-year-old has been with Ferrari for five years and has so far failed to secure a so desperately wanted third title. Ferrari admit they’re unlikely to be fighting for titles until 2017 at the earliest as new team principal Marco Mattiacci completes his restructure.
According to sources close to Ferrari, Alonso has stated his intention to leave, but with a contract in place until 2016, the decision rests with Ferrari hence Alonso’s recent comments about his future resting in the team’s hands.
Whilst no deal is in place with McLaren, the situation is expected to become clearer over the next few weeks with sources expecting a formal announcement in early November around the time of the United States GP.
Both Alonso and Ferrari now seem committed to a divorce with only a last minute change of heart likely to prevent such a fall out.
