Four-time world champion Verstappen has reaffirmed his commitment to the Austrian team. As was the case last season, the Dutchman was once again linked with several of Red Bull Racing's rivals before committing to the team for the upcoming Formula 1 campaign.

Previously, Verstappen was linked with both Toto Wolff's Mercedes team and Zak Brown's McLaren. However, there was no place for him at either team, with Mercedes team boss and McLaren CEO confirming they will continue with their current driver line-ups in the 2027 season.

After signing a new deal, the four-time world champion said: "I am really pleased with the contract extension. We have the best people and I’m excited to keep working together with everyone to get back to the top again. This remains the ultimate goal that all of us have been working towards and will continue to pursue. I want to thank Red Bull, Laurent and everyone at Oracle Red Bull Racing for the trust they put in me."

Pierre Gasly believes that Max Verstappen's manager did a good job when negotiating his former teammate's new deal with Red Bull Racing.

Speaking to GPblog, among others, Verstappen's former teammate Gasly was asked about the Dutchman's decision. He also praised Verstappen's manager, Raymond Vermeulen. "No, [I'm not surprised]. I think a very good job from his manager and nice pay rise,"Gasly smiled.