Fernando Alonso does not want to hear about a future away from the 'Scuderia' and has confirmed his intentions to renew his contract with Ferrari if indeed he decides to continue in F1 from 2016. "I don't know how long I will be in Formula 1, but if I sign with anyone it will be Ferrari", he has clearly stated.

His reasoning is as much to do with sentiment as it is to do with sporting achievements."I am satisfied with myself and my form. When I won my two titles I felt as if I was seriously considered as a good driver. Today I am still seen as one of the best drivers despite not having won a title since then", he told 'Sport Bild' as he has done so on many other occasions.

"All great drivers should have a go with Ferrari if they get the chance". An opinion shared by Martin Whitmarsh, CEO of McLaren, who says Sebastian Vettel is "an amazing driver who will never get the recognition he deserves while he is driving for Red Bull".

On being asked about the possible future signing of Adrian Newey to the Maranello team, Alonso did not hesitate: "I want to work with the best, so if I said I did not want Newey in the team I would be lying".