Key signing a surprise boost for Alfa Romeo in F1

Key was eased out of a similar role at McLaren earlier this year after a shake-up of technical responsibilities.

He was soon hired by his former boss Andreas Seidl, who as CEO of Sauber Motorsport is responsible for preparing the Swiss organisation for the arrival of Audi in 2026.

Key, who had a previous spell at Sauber between 2010 and 2012, will join the Hinwil outfit on 1 September. He replaces erstwhile technical director Jan Monchaux, who is now on gardening…