People in the GP Paddock are saying the deal has been penned and he'll be headed over to the Pramac Ducati team for 2011. Obviously replacing Mika Kallio, Dorna would benefit from having a German added to the series. Essentially, this plan would also involve Aleix Espargaro getting the boot, to make room for all of the riders to do the proverbial musical chairs. 

We'll keep you updated when things get official!