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Max Verstappen Ready to Replace George Russell and Move to Mercedes in Bombshell Development: Reports
- Reports say Max Verstappen has consented to join Mercedes in 2026, potentially replacing George Russell.
- This follows contract rumors, intensified talks, and Verstappen's exit clauses within his Red Bull deal expiring in 2028.
- Verstappen, a four-time world champion earning $75 million in 2025, is amidst a transitional season and power unit changes.
- Mercedes principal Toto Wolff confirmed closed-door talks but rates the chance of Verstappen moving in 2026 as low and values current drivers George and Kimi.
- If confirmed, Verstappen's move could reshape F1 dynamics amid the 2026 regulation overhaul and Red Bull's engine program shift.
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Lewis Hamilton admits Red Bull regret in comment on Max Verstappen to Mercedes rumour - The Mirror
Max Verstappen has been strongly linked with a move to Mercedes and former Silver Arrows star Lewis Hamilton shared his view on the topic ahead of the British Grand Prix
Does Mercedes really care about FWeltmeister Max Verstappen? A clause could allow a change of the Red Bull star – and even help a Silver Arrow driver.
Is the change from Max Verstappen to Mercedes already decided on? That is what Sky Italia reports at least. So the world champion has already reached an agreement with team manager Toto Wolff for the season 2026. Only the approval of the Mercedes board should be missing. It would be an absolute Formula 1 hammer! Because as reported in Italy, the sporting future of world champion Verstappen should be as good as decided. And it should not be with …
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