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.

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has been keen on having Max Verstappen on his team, which is delaying George Russell's contract extension.

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.