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Lando Norris has been continuously linked to a future Red Bull move over the last handful of years as McLaren CEO Zak Brown has now set his sights on locking down the Briton at his team.
McLaren CEO Zak Brown is confident that Lando Norris will stay with the team despite ongoing rumors linking him to Red Bull. Norris has a contract with McLaren until the end of the 2025 season. Christian Horner, Red Bull’s Team Principal, has confirmed discussions with Norris about a potential seat at Red Bull in the future. Despite this, Brown is focused on securing Norris’ future with McLaren, as he believes they have the best driver lineup in Formula 1. Brown stated that Norris is enjoying his time at McLaren and is dedicated to achieving their dream of winning races and championships together. Brown also dismissed the idea that Red Bull’s success would be enough to sway Norris, as he believes McLaren is the best fit for him both on and off the track. The monetary side of Norris’ contract will not be an issue, as McLaren is a profitable team and has the necessary resources to support their goals.