Valtteri Bottas asserts that he never believed Lewis Hamilton’s potential transfer to Ferrari in 2025 was a possibility.

Valtteri Bottas and Lewis Hamilton were teammates at Mercedes for a span of five years. Bottas recently expressed his opinion on Hamilton’s unexpected move to the Ferrari F1 team. Bottas admitted that he was initially surprised by Hamilton’s decision but understands that unpredictability is a significant aspect of the sport. He is happy for his former teammate and believes that Hamilton’s move to Ferrari gives him a fresh start and a chance to compete for another world championship. Bottas also acknowledged that the vacant seat at Mercedes could potentially entice him to return to the team. While many may not consider him a candidate for the position, there is a possibility that Bottas could once again join the renowned German outfit. Currently, drivers like George Russell, Max Verstappen, and Charles Leclerc are seen as the frontrunners for the Mercedes 2025 seat alongside Hamilton. The driver market is known for unexpected surprises, and Bottas could potentially secure the coveted seat once again if circumstances align.