Three F1 bosses have all confirmed they would be happy if their team entered into discussions with Audi over an engine supply.

Audi look set to become involved in Formula 1 from 2026 along with Porsche, who are also part of the Volkswagen Group, as that is when the next generation of power units arrives.

While Porsche are being strongly linked to a collaboration with Red Bull, the options for Audi are thought to be more varied and several teams have been connected – as an engine customer or even the subject of a potential takeover.

In terms of the latter, there has been talk regarding McLaren – flatly denied when those rumours first emerged – and Sauber, who operate the Alfa Romeo team and were nearly bought out by Andretti Autosport last autumn.