“Red Bull has always had the tradition of training young drivers itself."
Max Verstappen believes it would be “strange” if Red Bull sign Fernando Alonso due to his age.If they opt to get rid of Sergio Perez at the end of his contract this year, they could offer the most coveted car in the sport to whoever they can entice.But, at 42, he is the oldest driver on the grid.“I always believe in myself and in my opinion I am the boss of everyone.“ Red Bull has always had the tradition of training young drivers itself.“I can get along with Fernando, that's not it.
The vacancy at Mercedes in 2025, created by Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari, is also a major seat for the driver market. Verstappen himself holds the key - Mercedes are interested in taking advantage of any internal issues at Red Bull to entice him across, despite a contract that runs until 2028. But Verstappen has pledged loyalty to Red Bull and looks on course for a fourth F1 title in a row this year.Carlos Sainz, who is out of a job due to Hamilton’s arrival at Ferrari, may also come under consideration at Mercedes.But Perez’s form in 2024 might yet earn him a new deal at Red Bull despite the huge scrutiny on him.
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