Pierre Gasly’s management is poised to expedite their pursuit of alternative opportunities. They are reportedly set to engage with Mercedes regarding the vacancy for 2025.
Lewis Hamilton’s decision to spend one final season with Mercedes before transitioning to Ferrari in the subsequent year is expected to trigger significant movement in the driver market.
The focus is now on who Mercedes will select to succeed Hamilton, a decision that holds the key to the ensuing domino effect in the market.
Discussions are anticipated between Gasly and Mercedes as they evaluate their options, according to F1.com. Gasly’s management is projected to intensify their search for other prospects in the near future.
Several teams, including Mercedes, Red Bull, Aston Martin, Sauber, among others, currently have openings for next year. Additionally, Alpine is mindful that both Gasly and his teammate Esteban Ocon will see their contracts expire this year, making them attractive targets for other teams.
Alpine has been in talks to extend contracts with Gasly and Ocon, but these discussions are expected to become more formal and frequent due to the appealing vacancy at Mercedes.
Team Principal Bruno Famin emphasized ongoing communication with the drivers and the need to remain vigilant amid the evolving market dynamics.
Ocon expressed uncertainty about the future but remains focused on performing well this year, confident that his performance will attract interest from other teams.
Gasly reiterated his commitment to Alpine for the current season and emphasized ongoing discussions with the team about future plans. He did not confirm reaching out to Toto Wolff regarding the Mercedes vacancy, emphasizing his current allegiance to Alpine.