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Fernando Alonso seeks €40 million salary to remain with Aston Martin

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 11:55 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Fernando Alonso seeks €40 million salary to remain with Aston Martin

Summary

Fernando Alonso is reportedly requesting €40 million annually to extend his contract with Aston Martin through 2028. Currently last in the constructors' championship with only one point, Aston Martin has shown commitment by responding with a Letter of Intent. Sources indicate that the formal announcement may occur during the Dutch Grand Prix from August 21-23, 2026. Alonso, who has a contract option for 2027, could become the third-highest-paid driver if his new salary is confirmed. Aston Martin's recent upgrades and Alonso's performance suggest the team is focusing on improvement amid its challenging season.

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What We Know

•Alonso currently earns €30 million per year with Aston Martin.
•Aston Martin is in last place in the constructors' championship.
•The Dutch Grand Prix is set for August 21-23, 2026.
•Alonso has a 2027 contract option revealed at the Hungarian GP.
•Recent upgrades to the AMR26 aim to improve team performance.

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11:55 AMYahoo Sports — F1 Rumor: Fernando Alonso Wants a $40 Million Salary to Stay at Aston Martin

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Fernando Alonso‘s 2026 season has been a grind. Aston Martin sits dead last in the constructors’ championship with a single point to its name – scored by Alonso himself – after a Honda power unit that has spent most of…
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