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Charles Leclerc’s manager ‘repeatedly contacted’ by F1 team over possible 2027 move
Charles Leclerc’s loyalty to Ferrari is being put to the test due to swirling rumors about his future in Formula 1. Despite joining Ferrari in 2019, he has not launched a serious title challenge like Raikkonen did. Although Leclerc began 2022 with the fastest car, poor in-season development and reliability issues dashed his hopes of competing with Verstappen. If Ferrari fails to provide a competitive car in 2026, Leclerc may need to explore other options to contend for the championship during his prime years. Notably, Aston Martin has shown interest in Leclerc, with journalist Leo Turrini indicating that they have reached out to his manager, Nicolas Todt. Considering the evolving landscape of the driver market, the future moves of top drivers like Verstappen will play a crucial role in shaping Leclerc’s decision-making process regarding his F1 future.
