Ferrari has confirmed that James Allison is to leave the team, following weeks of speculation about the Englishman’s future.
Allison and the Maranello team have “jointly decided to part ways,” according to a Ferrari statement. Following the tragic death of his wife in March Allison had indicated his preference to return to the UK.
Mattia Binotto, the head of the power unit department, will take on the role of Chief Technical Officer.
“The team would like to thank James for his commitment and sacrifice during the time spent together,” said Maurizio Arrivabene. “And wishes him success and serenity for his future endeavours.”
Allison said: “During the years I spent at Ferrari, at two different stages and covering different roles, I could get to know and appreciate the value of the team and of the people, women and men, which are part of it. I want to thank them all for the great professional and human experience we shared. I wish everybody a happy future with lots of success.”
The 46-year-old Binotto is a Ferrari veteran, having joined the team in 1995, and progressed through the ranks of the engine department.
Adam Cooper F1 
How much gardening leave will he have to take before he can take another F1 role (if that is what he wants)?
So there was some basis to what had appeared to be nothing other then scurrilous speculation by Horner that Seb is due to sign with Merc…….
Good news about the halo, thank you Adam.
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