 On 25 September 2018, Sauber announced that Antonio Giovinazzi would swap roles with Marcus Ericsson and drive alongside Kimi Räikkönen for the 2019 season.Marcus Ericsson stayed with the team as a third driver and a brand ambassador.On 1 February 2019, Sauber announced that it would compete in the 2019 season as "Alfa Romeo Racing"
although the ownership and management structure would remain unchanged.