Motorsport: Alesi to join German Touring Car Championship

Former Formula One star Jean Alesi has revealed that he is on the verge of signing a deal with Mercedes to race in the German Touring Car Championship next season.

The 37-year-old Frenchman, who won one grand prix in a long career with Ferrari, Benetton, Tyrell, Sauber, Prost and Jordan, told French television that the Touring Car Championship appeals to him. “

" feel like driving a competitive car again," he said. "We still have to sort out a few details with Mercedes-Benz, but there should not be any problems."