Montoya questions Verstappen exit talk, warns ‘grass isn’t greener’

While it is a well-known fact that Verstappen has a contract with Red Bull Racing until 2028, rumours of Verstappen leaving are still at large. It is also well known that Mercedes have shown extreme interest in the Dutch driver. However, Wolff has a strong lineup with Kimi Antonelli and George Russell, with the latter claiming he already has a contract extension in place.

However, fresh rumours have emerged that Verstappen could go to McLaren, with Oscar Piastri swapping to Red Bull Racing. Verstappen’s longtime engineer, Gianpiero Lambiase, has already been announced as moving to McLaren in 2028.

Montoya said, “The million-dollar question is: if he were to go somewhere. He already deserves to go somewhere strong. Mercedes. From what I gather from the rumours going around this week, George is already locked in for next year. So, if you're Max, where would you go? If you're already doing better, it doesn't make sense.”

He continued, "On one hand, they say that Mateschitz's son is already mad at Max because Max hasn't committed to staying there, and they're giving him everything on top of the salary they pay him and all. And given everything they've given Max, they find it infuriating that he won't commit to them.”

Verstappen is currently 7th in the World Drivers’ Championship with 76 points. He is 103 points behind the current leader, Kimi Antonelli. The young Italian is in the running to be Verstappen's teammate if the Dutchman were to go to Mercedes.