All speculations can go in the fridge: even Mercedes knows that Max Verstappen is not an option for 2025

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ZANDVOORT - Speculations and stories about a transfer of Max Verstappen to Mercedes have been popping up in recent weeks, but can all be put on ice for now. The German-English racing team knows that the arrival of the Dutchman is not in the cards for 2025. However, team principal Toto Wolff will keep the ties warm and will likely make another attempt to entice Verstappen towards 2026.

Ook Mercedes beseft dat de komst van Max Verstappen voor 2025 geen optie meer is. De WK-leider gaat komend weekeinde voor zijn vierde zege op rij in Zandvoort.

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Mercedes also realizes that the arrival of Max Verstappen before 2025 is no longer an option. The championship leader is aiming for his fourth consecutive victory in Zandvoort this weekend.

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Speculations about Max Verstappen's potential move to Mercedes have been circulating recently, but it has been confirmed that this transition will not happen in 2025. Mercedes acknowledges that Verstappen, the current championship leader, is not an option for that year. However, team principal Toto Wolff intends to keep the door open for future discussions, aiming to entice Verstappen in 2026. As Verstappen prepares to compete for his fourth consecutive victory in Zandvoort this weekend, Mercedes is aware that their hopes for acquiring him in the near term are unrealistic.