Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has said Max Verstappen still intends to stay with the team for next year despite speculation about a move to Mercedes which would shake up Formula 1.

The Red Bull boss says his team hasn’t spoken with drivers including George Russell as its “focus” remains on retaining Max Verstappen long-term

Christian Horner has admitted Red Bull must “have in mind” that a day will come when Max Verstappen will no longer be at the team. Four-time world champion Verstappen continues to find himself heavily linked with a move to Mercedes amid a delay in the Silver Arrows handing current driver George Russell a contract extension for 2026 and beyond.