EasyJet said it had “submitted a revised expression of interest for a restructured Alitalia” on Tuesday (April 10).

The airline, which made a bid for Alitalia last year, added that it was making the offer as part of a consortium. The Luton-based airline did not name its partners in this consortium.

“Given the nature of the process, the content of the expression of interest is subject to confidentiality,” said easyJet in a statement.

“There is no certainty at this stage that any transaction will proceed and easyJet will provide a further update in due course if and when appropriate.”

Lufthansa Group has also submitted a new offer for a restructured Alitalia, which went into administration in May 2017 after employees rejected a “turnaround” plan put forward by management.

Alitalia has continued to operate its flights as scheduled since going into administration.