Moments after Ferrari had announced the departure of chief designer, Simone Resta, Sauber confirmed the Italian as its new technical director.

"The renowned F1 Engineer joins the Alfa Romeo Sauber F1 Team from Ferrari where he was covering the position of Head of Vehicle Project Coordination," said the Swiss outfit.

Resta will take over from the 1st of July 2018 and will report directly to Frederic Vasseur.

"Simone Resta has the best profile to take on the role of Technical Director," said Vasseur. "His arrival at Alfa Romeo Sauber F1 Team marks a significant step ahead of a long term project that aims at strengthening the Alfa Romeo Sauber F1 Team in order to achieve ambitious results."

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