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Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has addressed rumours of an imminent conversation between himself and Max Verstappen.
Toto Wolff responded to rumors about a potential conversation with Max Verstappen regarding a switch to Mercedes after the Miami Grand Prix. Verstappen is reportedly considering a move to Mercedes, with talks scheduled between himself, his manager, and Toto Wolff. Recent reports suggested Mercedes could offer as much as €150 million to Verstappen, three times more than Lewis Hamilton’s salary. Wolff acknowledged the rumors but emphasized the need for discretion and dismissed reports of planned talks. He also addressed speculation about Adrian Newey potentially leaving Red Bull for Ferrari when Hamilton joins in 2025. Wolff praised Newey as an iconic engineer and commented on the ongoing rumors surrounding his future. Be sure to follow RacingNews365 on YouTube for all the latest Formula 1 updates!
