Nov.5 (GMM) A mischievous remark by Williams' Patrick Head has led to genuine speculation that Michael Schumacher might be limbering up to abandon retirement after just one year.



Team co-owner Head, whilst facing rumours that McLaren is preparing to launch a high priced bid for Nico Rosberg's services, suggested an alternative for the seat vacated by the now departed Fernando Alonso.



Head noted that McLaren is "in a position to offer very large salaries".



He also told the Mail on Sunday: "Ron Dennis has proved to be a lateral thinker, which is why I am musing over the idea that he might look to Schumacher.



"Michael's still fit –- and probably bored.



"I suspect he has found sitting on the pit wall dull."



The German newspaper Bild-Zeitung reported Head's quotes by explaining that Schumacher in a 'Silver Arrows' would be "a dream for all German fans".



Former German F1 driver Hans-Joachim Stuck commented: "I can imagine that there are thoughts along those lines.



"Michael has everything: skill, fitness, and I am sure that he would beat (Lewis) Hamilton," he added.