- Mclaren: Would he be comfortable going back to Woking considering all that history? Would Ron even allow himself to entertain the thought considering his ego. And this is not forgetting the huge sums Fernando would be demanding. I just don't see Ron going for it as it would mean either pushing out Button who is loved within the team (and British). Or their new hope for the future Perez, who also brings outside money into the team.
- Mercedes: I know Fernando and Lewis are now very cordial with each other. And I'm sure they would both relish the challenge. But why would Lewis, now that he has got a team under his feet again, allow such a circus into his house? The media and fan scrutiny would be absolutely immense. They are the two most talked about drivers in F1, and factoring in the history it would crazy! I just don't see Lewis wanting that chaos again now that he has a team that could grow into a WDC contender.
Beyond that, if Rosberg were to leave in his place, that would mean there would be no German driver at the helm of a German car. I just dont see Mercedes even entertaining that idea.
- Red Bull: The seat I'm sure that Fernando (and Lewis at the time to be fair) covets the most. In this case they hold all the negotiating power. Vettel doesn't want it. Dietrich Mateschitz doesn't want it. Horner probably doesn't want it. So who in that team would actually back him?
Beyond that, looking at their brand, then Kimi is so much the better fit. Not even accounting that his personality would fit so much better for the team, making a happier working environment.
- Lotus: This to me seems the most likely. The only problem is Finances. Lotus can't even afford to pay Kimi his salary. How could they cope with the ridiculous salary that Alonso would be demanding?
Edited by Nahnever, 03 August 2013 - 13:54.