Verstappen's representatives have held talks with Toto Wolff, the head of Mercedes, about a possible switch, even though the Dutchman's contract with Red Bull runs until 2028. Wolff has shown interest in Verstappen for over a year, an interest that dates back to a failed attempt to sign him as a junior driver a decade ago.

Mercedes driver George Russell made it clear at the British Grand Prix that his future is with the team, despite rumors of a shocking Max Verstappen move