Ferrari are reportedly 'open' to the idea of Michael Schumacher replacing Felipe Massa for the rest of the season.

Although the German's return to F1 must, at this stage, be considered more unlikely than likely, he continues to feature prominently on what is a very short list of potential replacements for the stricken Massa.

According to The Times, 'The team have three reserve drivers on their books in addition to Massa's team-mate, Kimi Raikkonen, in Luca Badoer, Marc Gené and Schumacher, the seven-times world champion.

'With neither Badoer nor Gené thought likely to be given the seat, there was immediate speculation that Schumacher might make a sensational comeback, which was initially ruled out by his manager. However, Ferrari sources say all options are open.'

Schumacher himself has kept quiet on the speculation. [via planetf1]