Verstappen’s future To ignite the market, all it takes is a negotiation, a few words, and sometimes a simple photo. The latter is the case with Max Verstappen’s future: the Dutchman is furious with Red Bull for the new rear wing problem that sent him into the gravel at Silverstone and is seriously thinking about his future at Milton Keynes. Judging by a photo published by his colleague Erik van Haren – very close to the Verstappen family – one could assume that the four-time world champion is really looking around. In fact, a meeting took place in Amsterdam between Jos Verstappen, Max’s manager (Raymond Vermeulen) and even Helmut Marko, mentor of the Dutch champion, who has always considered him a sort of second father. Vandaag gespot in Amsterdam: Max Verstappens manager Raymond Vermeulen en vader Jos met voormalig Red Bull-topman Helmut Marko.Wat daar besproken is, is niet bekend. Toekomst Verstappen in Formule 1 onder enormous vergrootglas, maar ook wat dat betreft nog geen duidelijkheid. pic.twitter.com/FVa24Tsb5k— Erik van Haren (@ErikvHaren) July 9, 2026 “What was discussed there is unknown,” van Haren’s tweet read. However, it is not difficult to imagine that Verstappen’s future has taken center stage, considering the presence of his manager and Marko, who despite being out of Red Bull has maintained contact with the rest of the paddock and can advise the #3 on the right move for 2027. All the teams would do crazy things for Super Max, but those who have the greatest chance of getting his “yes” are Mercedes and McLaren. The four-time world champion will be able to enforce the exit clause from the contract that binds him to Milton Keynes until 2028 as he will no longer be able to reach second place in the drivers’ standings by the summer break.
Automobile Magazine – Formula1 English, News
2026-07-10 08:35:00
