Mick Schumacher inching closer to rookie test with Alfa Romeo!

Mick Schumacher could make his F1 debut at Formula 1's young rookie test scheduled in Bahrain in April.

According to a report from Sky Italia, the 19-year-old Ferrari Driver Academy member is set to run with Alfa Romeo Racing at Sakhir, a predictable choice given the affiliation that exists between the Swiss outfit and the House of Maranello.

In Barcelona, Alfa Romeo Racing team boss Fred Vasseur confirmed to RaceFans.net that discussions were taking place between the team, Ferrari and the reigning European Formula 3 champion, although no decision had yet been reached.

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"We don’t know yet but we are discussing," said Vasseur.

"It’s on the table. It’s a bit too early but we will discuss this week with Ferrari and what programme we can do."

As far as Vasseur is concerned, Schumacher is ready to test an F1 car.

“To do a rookie test, for sure," added the Frenchman.

"For the rest we will see after the rookie test, if the rookie test happens. But we have to do it step by step."

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.