Sagan in talks with Astana for 2017

World champion Peter Sagan (Tinkoff)

World champion Peter Sagan (Tinkoff)

Cyclingnews understands that Peter Sagan could ride for the Astana team in 2017 and beyond after reports emerged from within the Kazakhstani team that negotiations are happening with the current world champion. The deal would be worth €5 million per season, with Juraj Sagan, another rider and two staff members expected to move with Sagan.

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