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Former F1 owner Bernie Ecclestone does not want to see Max Verstappen join a specific team, arguing it would be the end of the 27-year-old’s career.
Former F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone believes that Max Verstappen moving to Ferrari could negatively impact his career. Verstappen is currently contracted to Red Bull until the end of 2028, but rumors suggest he might leave. While Mercedes and Aston Martin have been mentioned as potential destinations, Ferrari could also be an option in 2027. Ecclestone warned against this move, stating it could be detrimental to Verstappen’s future success. Ecclestone believes that Verstappen has the talent to elevate a good team to a winning one and recommends the young driver seek opportunities elsewhere. Preferably, Ecclestone suggests up-and-coming talents like Gabriel Bortoleto or Isack Hadjar to join Ferrari and compliment their current driver, Charles Leclerc.
