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Adrian Newey is heavily reported to join the Aston Martin F1 team next year following his departure from the Red Bull organisation.
According to a report, Adrian Newey is expected to earn over £30 million per season when he joins Aston Martin in the upcoming year. RacingNews365 has learned that Aston Martin will officially announce Newey’s recruitment before the Azerbaijan Grand Prix next week. Newey, known as one of the most exceptional car designers in the sport’s history, disclosed earlier in the year his departure from the Red Bull team by early 2025. Despite being linked to projects with Ferrari and Alpine, he has decided to commit to Aston Martin in a lucrative £30 million per year agreement. His significant salary will place him among the highest-paid individuals in Formula 1, surpassing most of the current drivers’ earnings. Aston Martin, led by Lawrence Stroll, is making substantial investments, with Newey’s arrival being an integral part of their strategic development plan. Alongside acquiring a new factory with a dedicated wind tunnel, Aston Martin is gearing up to elevate its performance in pursuit of championship contention in the following seasons. The team’s driver lineup for the next F1 season will consist of Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll for the third consecutive year.
