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Sky Sports F1 pundit Martin Brundle has said he expects Charles Leclerc would have held talks with McLaren and Mercedes before re-signing with Ferrari.
During contract negotiations with Ferrari, Charles Leclerc reportedly spoke with teams such as Mercedes and McLaren, according to Martin Brundle of Sky Sports F1.
Ferrari announced a new multi-year deal for Leclerc before the Monaco Grand Prix, extending his contract into the 2030s.
There were rumors that Leclerc had discussions with other teams, despite having a contract until 2029.
Brundle mentioned that Leclerc’s strong ties with Fred Vasseur and Ferrari might have influenced his decision to stay, despite exploring other options.
Teams like McLaren and Mercedes were believed to be in contention for Leclerc’s signature, although not every team was involved in talks.
Leclerc’s comfort and performance at Ferrari were highlighted, with the hope of more successful races ahead.
