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Red Bull’s Engine Gamble: Will Verstappen Ditch Red Bull for Mercedes in F1 2026?

David Castro by David Castro
April 27, 2025
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Red Bull’s Engine Gamble: Will Verstappen Ditch Red Bull for Mercedes in F1 2026?

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - APRIL 20: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 leads Oscar Piastri of Australia driving the (81) McLaren MCL39 Mercedes on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on April 20, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Rudy Carezzevoli/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504221623 // Usage for editorial use only //

Red Bull in Turmoil: Max Verstappen’s Potential Move to Mercedes Sends Shockwaves Through F1 World

In a whirlwind of speculation and uncertainty, the Formula 1 landscape is once again rocked by rumors of Max Verstappen potentially leaving Red Bull for Mercedes, Aston Martin, or even Alpine. The Dutch driver, whose contract with Red Bull runs until 2028, is facing mounting pressure as his future hangs in the balance.

Amidst whispers of a performance clause that could allow Verstappen to part ways with Red Bull if he falls below third place in the Drivers’ Championship, the stakes are higher than ever. With Mercedes showing a keen interest in the talented driver, team principal Toto Wolff has left no stone unturned in his pursuit of Verstappen.

But it’s not just Mercedes vying for Verstappen’s signature. Aston Martin has reportedly put together a lucrative $300 million offer to lure the driver to their team. As the F1 landscape gears up for a monumental overhaul in 2026, with new cars and engines on the horizon, the future holds a myriad of possibilities for all involved.

Red Bull, in particular, is facing a pivotal moment with the introduction of their first-ever power unit developed in collaboration with Ford. Speculation abounds about the performance of Red Bull’s new engine, with former F1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya suggesting that the team could find themselves battling in the midfield next season.

As the Verstappen saga unfolds, questions arise about potential swaps between teams. Montoya posits the idea of a straight swap between Verstappen and a Mercedes driver, with George Russell or Kimi Antonelli potentially moving to Red Bull in such a scenario. The complexities of team dynamics and performance only add fuel to the already blazing fire of speculation surrounding Verstappen’s future.

With Russell commenting on the situation, acknowledging the allure of Verstappen for any team, the plot thickens. The young driver remains unfazed, focusing on his own performance amidst the swirling rumors and uncertainties of the F1 driver market.

As the F1 world holds its breath in anticipation of Verstappen’s decision, the ramifications of his potential move to Mercedes reverberate throughout the paddock. With alliances shifting and teams strategizing for the future, the only certainty in this tumultuous time is the electrifying drama that defines Formula 1.

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