
Rumours about Porsche wanting to sell its stake in Manthey Racing have been circulating in the paddock for several months.
The Volkswagen Group brand reported a sharp drop in profits this year, forcing it to cut jobs across its automotive division. The weak financial performance also played a part in its impending exit from the Hypercar class of the World Endurance Championship at the end of the current season, highlighting the impact it is having on its involvement in motorsport.