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Aston Martin has been speculated to have told prospective F1 sponsors that it will be signing Max Verstappen.
Earlier this week, the Daily Mail reported that Aston Martin was linking Verstappen to the team’s long-term planning to boost sponsor revenue. However, Aston Martin quickly denied the claim of offering a £1 billion package to Verstappen. Despite the rumors, Verstappen recently extended his contract with Red Bull through 2028 after winning his maiden title in dramatic fashion in Abu Dhabi. Last season, cracks began to show in the strong relationship between Verstappen and Red Bull due to off-track issues and internal investigations involving Red Bull boss Christian Horner. Amid Red Bull’s mid-season slump and personnel changes, speculation arose that Verstappen could consider a move to a rival team, with Mercedes showing interest in his services. The reigning F1 champion remained diplomatic, focusing on retaining his title despite the turbulent situation within Red Bull.
