Rumors about Roglic's future suggest a team change and postpone his retirement

When many thought that the end of Primož Roglič's career was getting closer, the latest information paints a very different picture. The 36-year-old Slovenian intends to continue competing in 2027 and is already looking for a new destination away from Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe, with the goal of facing the final stretch of his career as the leader of a sports project.

Roglič postpones his retirement and all signs point to a departure from Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe

The information was first reported by the newspaper Marca, which states that Roglič not only dismisses the idea of retiring at the end of this season, but is already working with the idea of continuing for another year in the peloton. According to that publication, the four-time Vuelta winner is looking for a team where he can once again play a leading role and prepare for the season with a calendar specifically designed for his goals.

The possible departure from Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe would represent a significant shift for one of the most decorated riders of the last decade. Beyond the contractual aspect, the move would respond to the search for an environment where the Slovenian feels like a fundamental piece within the project and has room to manage his preparation with greater freedom.

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One of the changes that, according to Marca, Roglič wants to introduce in this new stage is to reduce the competitive load and the long training camps away from home. The idea would be to better select the races, arrive with greater freshness at the major goals, and adapt the preparation to the needs of a rider facing the final stretch of his sporting career.

Although his 2026 calendar is focused on participating in La Vuelta and not in the Tour de France, the French round would still be the main goal for the next season. Roglič believes that he can still compete at the highest level in a grand tour and wants to return to the Tour with a structure that gives him full confidence and leadership.

His situation also opens a new front in the transfer market. There are not many teams capable of incorporating a rider of his pedigree, but the economic factor would not be the only decisive element. According to the information published by Marca, the Slovenian would prioritize a sports project where he feels indispensable again and can face the final stage of his career with the prominence he seeks.