Toto Wolff has confirmed that Mercedes is exploring the possibility of signing Max Verstappen in the future but insists it is not impacting ongoing contract talks with George Russell for 2026.

Toto Wolff has admitted that a Mercedes move remains on the cards for Max Verstappen, during a discussion regarding George Russell ’s contract at the Austrian Grand Prix. Russell’s deal with Mercedes expires at the end of 2025, and despite a win in Canada, the British driver is no closer to a contract renewal with the team.

As fresh rumours swirl over a Max Verstappen to Mercedes move, team principal Toto Wolff admits there is a “very low probability” of that happening for next year. But, the reigning four-time World Champion is on his radar,