Guenther Steiner reveals what Max Verstappen’s best move would be if he leaves Red Bull

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Guenther Steiner has suggested where Max Verstappen should go if he chooses to leave Red Bull. The F1 world might be on a summer break, but Verstappen’s name hasn’t left the spotlight.

The team announced that his long-time race engineer, Gianpiero Lambiase, will be joining McLaren in 2028.

This news followed Verstappen’s public criticism of the sport’s new regulations.

On top of that, there were reports earlier in the month suggesting Verstappen is thinking about retiring from F1 when this season finishes.

Where Verstappen could land if he leaves Red Bull

Speaking to Sky Sports, Steiner addressed what makes a possible move to Mercedes so attractive for drivers.

“For some reason – because obviously Toto Wolff is pushing it,” he said.

“And also they’re a brand name – there is nothing bad about Mercedes. They are not doing well at the moment but for sure it will come back.”

Steiner Advises Verstappen to ‘Wait and See’ Before Making Any Moves

Speaking on the latest episode of the Drive to Wynn podcast, former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner weighed in on what could be next for Max Verstappen if he decides to leave Red Bull.

“I think his personality fits at Red Bull, but if he goes somewhere like Mercedes, do they really need him? They have two good drivers, one is an up-and-coming superstar, so why would they have a Max Verstappen for the amount he costs?

“McLaren, I think McLaren they have good team together with Lando and Oscar, so there is no space there, maybe if one of them moves on to somewhere else.

“The other team would be Aston Martin. If they get their act together, they will be strong. Honda, we know they can make an engine; they have shown it with Red Bull and won a lot of championships not long ago.