Makes sense... Dovi wants a factory ride and there is only one factory seat left (at this time) and Ducati always likes to have an Italian pilot...
http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/racing/andrea-dovizioso-ducati-corse-contract-rumor/
http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/racing/andrea-dovizioso-ducati-corse-contract-rumor/