There’s less than half a year left before Toprak Razgatlioglu finally gets to make his MotoGP debut with Pramac Racing.
Who will partner the 28-year-old is yet to be discovered, with a whole host of names linked to the gig. A decision date on their current MotoGP line-up has not been reached yet.
It’s unlikely that Miguel Oliveira stands much chance of being retained, following a lack of success in 2025, but his teammate Jack Miller remains the favourite for the ride.
Pramac must decide whether to go with experience or to take a gamble on a younger talent in the Moto2 category.
There are ‘very positive’ signs Pramac will keep Miller, with his participation in the Suzuka 8 Hour for Yamaha suggesting a good relationship between the two parties.
However, Pramac ‘can’t’ decide whether to keep Miller because the deadline to make such a decision still hasn’t passed. It’s unclear when an official announcement will be made.
Photo by Hazrin Yeob Men Shah/Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesPramac told to sign Manu Gonzalez as Toprak Razgatlioglu’s 2026 teammate instead of Jack Miller
Pramac may offer Miller another one-year contract with a view to replacing him on a long term basis from the start of the new regulations in 2027.
However, the few talents in Moto2 who might be ready may still be under consideration for 2026. Manu Gonzalez is one of them.
The 22-year-old sits top of the Moto2 standings currently, and has nearly four full seasons of experience there now. He seems primed for a promotion.
And Mat Oxley believes that should be the case, backing him to pip Miller to the Pramac seat with one eye on the future.
“I’ve heard that Pramac, being an Italian team, with an Italian sponsor and an Italian owner, etcetera, etcetera, that they want an Italian next year,” he said.
“At least one, and I heard Enea Bastianini’s name mentioned. Apart from the last result, wouldn’t be a bad thing. I would go for a Moto2 rider, I would go for Manu Gonzalez or somebody.”
Why Jack Miller has earned the opportunity to stay at Pramac for 2026
Pramac are bottom of the teams’ championship this season, and by some way. Without Miller’s points, they would be nowhere.
The Aussie has scored three top-eight finishes in his last six races and has developed a strong relationship with Yamaha.
When their new V4 bike arrives, his experience could become a vital part of their development and push to get back into title contention.
Fabio Quartararo, in particular, might find Miller handy to have around the factory team. Rumours that he could replace Alex Rins have circulated before, and maybe for a good reason.