SEPTEMBER 16, 1996
THE  fact  that  Ralf  Schumacher  has  blithely shrugged off the chance to  become a  McLaren driver can only indicate that  the 21 - year - old brother of World Champion Michael Schumacher has the solid offer of a drive elsewhere.
All the indications are that Ralf will find a seat with Jordan - Peugeot. The news is expected to  be announced this week - probably in Estoril.
Last  week  the  Das  Bilt newspaper in Germany reported  that  Schumacher Jr.  would  sign for Jordan  before  Portugal  quoting  his  manager Willi  Weber  saying  that  "we  will announce a deal at the race in Estoril."