Mercedes Eye Verstappen? Team ANNOUNCE George Russell Contract T…read more
In a stunning development shaking the Formula 1 paddock, Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team has officially announced the termination of George Russell’s contract, fueling intense speculation that the team is positioning itself for a blockbuster move to sign Max Verstappen.
The confirmation came via a statement from the team earlier today, citing “strategic restructuring and performance realignment” as core reasons for parting ways with Russell. The 26-year-old British driver, who joined the Silver Arrows in 2022, had been viewed as a long-term investment by Team Principal Toto Wolff — but the abrupt exit now raises serious questions about Mercedes’ next move.
Rumors have swirled for weeks about Verstappen’s uncertain future at Red Bull Racing amid internal tensions and contract disputes. With Mercedes now freeing up a seat, industry insiders suggest this could be the perfect opening for the reigning World Champion to make a sensational switch.
Toto Wolff has remained tight-lipped on any direct discussions with Verstappen but did admit recently that the team is “exploring elite options to rebuild a winning foundation.” That comment has only intensified whispers of Mercedes plotting a bold bid for the Dutch superstar.
As the driver market continues to heat up, all eyes are now on Red Bull and Verstappen’s camp. If Mercedes does secure his signature, it could mark one of the most seismic shifts in modern Formula 1 history.
