Mercedes Eye Verstappen? Management Announce George Russell Will Not P…read more
In a major twist that could reshape the Formula 1 driver market, Mercedes-AMG Petronas has confirmed that George Russell will not move forward with talks to renew his current contract—fueling speculation that the Silver Arrows may be preparing a sensational move for reigning world champion Max Verstappen.
The announcement comes amid growing rumors linking Verstappen with a potential Red Bull exit following a period of intense internal instability. With Mercedes now facing a vacancy, the timing has sparked widespread belief that Toto Wolff and his team could be positioning themselves to land the Dutch superstar.
In an official statement, a Mercedes spokesperson said, “We’ve had open discussions with George, and while we value his contributions immensely, both parties have agreed not to continue contract renewal talks at this stage.”
Russell, who joined the team in 2022, has had a mixed run with the Brackley-based outfit. While praised for his consistency and racecraft, recent struggles with car performance and internal shifts may have contributed to the decision.
As the driver market heats up and Verstappen’s future at Red Bull becomes increasingly uncertain, Mercedes’ sudden move has added fuel to the fire. With Lewis Hamilton now racing for Ferrari, a Verstappen-Mercedes partnership would mark one of the most dramatic team changes in recent F1 history.
All eyes are now on Max Verstappen’s camp, as speculation grows that a seismic switch to the Silver Arrows could be in motion.
