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Max Verstappen’s manager Raymond Vermeulen spoke exclusively to RacingNews365.
Max Verstappen’s manager Raymond Vermeulen warned Red Bull about the need to provide a competitive package for the four-time world champion following their 2024 slump. Despite struggles mid-season, Verstappen maintained results, keeping Lando Norris at bay in the title race, ultimately securing his fourth crown at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Vermeulen acknowledged Verstappen’s contract until 2028 but hinted at potential moves to Mercedes or Aston Martin, with the latter having secured Adrian Newey for the 2026 regulations. Emphasizing the importance of a competitive car in the final year of the current regulations in 2025, Vermeulen stressed the significance of maximizing performance for Verstappen in his prime. Loyalty to Red Bull was noted, but the aim remains on sustained success with the necessity of a competitive package moving forward.
