Ferrari-backed Callum Ilott will join the UNI-Virtuosi Formula 2 squad for the upcoming 2020 season.
Ilott currently competes in the series with Sauber Junior Team by Charouz and sits 11th in the standings with two podium finishes ahead of this weekend's Abu Dhabi finale.
The British driver will switch to UNI-Virtuosi, which has yet to confirm its second driver, and will take part in the three-day post-season test with the team.
"I’m really excited to be joining UNI-Virtuosi for 2020," said Ilott. "I believe this is the best place for me to fight for the championship title as winning is in the team’s DNA and I share the same hunger for success.
"The professionalism within the team, from the management to the mechanics, is second to none and it’s easy to see why they’re always mentioned in the fight for the championship.
"The three-day test is the perfect opportunity for me to get to know the team and get up to speed, so when we arrive in Bahrain for the first race we can hit the ground running."
UNI-Virtuosi Racing team boss Andy Roche added: "We're very happy to welcome Callum to our team and we are looking forward to working with him. He is a very talented driver and showed the paddock this year just how naturally gifted he is.
"Callum’s progress through his maiden season showcased his skill and dedication, and we think that he has the maturity and speed in order to fight for the title in 2020."
Renault junior Guan Yu Zhou is expected to stay on at the team.
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