Lotus: Villeneuve ready to discuss

Jacques Villeneuve, although he confided that he had spoken with a number of teams in recent months, said he was honored to be publicly quoted by Mike Gascoyne. The technical director confided this week that he was looking for experienced drivers for next season, with the Malaysian team making its return in Formula 1 in 2010. Among the candidates who could fit this profile, Gascoyne notably cited Jarno Trulli and Jacques Villeneuve.

« It's really flattering to know that he mentioned me and said publicly that we spoke », Confided the Formula 1 world champion (1997) to RueFrontenac.com. Although he knows full well that nothing is being done, the Canadian is satisfied to see that his name is mentioned publicly, a sign that the issue is serious. “ These are still only preliminary discussions and we are not yet at the stage of talking about the terms of a possible association. But if he opens up publicly, I now know that there is progress to be made on this front. »

For many months, Jacques Villeneuve does not hide his desire to return to Formula 1 (his career in pictures). The Canadian came to the paddock several times to make contacts. In addition, the world champion has never stopped proclaiming that he likes the path Formula 1 is taking, which reinforces his desire to return. " VSIt would be better in an existing stable, but there is perhaps more chance in a new stable, he declared last July. This is where experience is most needed. And above all, I have already helped build a team, BAR. I already know what to do. »