Kimi Raikkonen should remain with Citroen WRC team next year.
There were numerous rumours concerning the Finn’s future those last months, including his departure for Ford, Mini, or NASCAR championship in USA. Finally, the 2007 F1 world champion should stay with Citroën for a second WRC season, and will be part of the official team alongside Sébastien Loeb, Sébastien Ogier and newcomer Peter Van Merkjstein Jr.
The details of the deal are not known yet, considering that Citroen Sport boss
Olivier Quesnel told recently that Raikkonen would have to pay his seat if he wants to stay in the french squad. Kimi Raikkonen may have a first taste of his new DS3 WRC in January.
Raikkonen’s stay in Citroen means there will be no seat remaining for Petter Solberg in the official team. The norvegian driver may run another year with his private team. With a C4 or a DS3…