According to rumors, there are speculations that Adrian Newey, the renowned Formula 1 designer, will be having a meeting with Toto Wolff, the head of Mercedes, possibly to discuss a potential move to the Silver Arrows. Newey, who is widely regarded as the greatest designer in Formula 1 history, is highly sought after by various teams on the grid. However, he has not made any definitive decisions in recent times. Amidst these rumors, the Englishman is scheduled to meet with Wolff at an undisclosed location.
The news of Newey’s potential departure from Red Bull at the end of the 2024 season came as a surprise to the entire Formula 1 community. The 65-year-old has been with the Milton Keynes-based team since 2005 and has led them to numerous championship victories. However, the ongoing power struggle within the team may have played a role in Newey considering a move elsewhere.
Sources indicate that Newey will be meeting with Wolff to discuss his contract with Mercedes. These rumors emerged after Wolff’s reported meeting with Newey following the recent race, which was likely influenced by Newey’s lucrative $150 million deal. However, specific details about this meeting have not been disclosed. Nevertheless, Mercedes will make every effort to secure a deal with Newey in order to thrive during the upcoming regulation changes in 2026.
Newey’s contributions to Red Bull since 2005 have earned him immense admiration and respect within the team. Consequently, the majority of people in Milton Keynes would prefer to see the 65-year-old remain with the team. In the past, Newey has expressed his enjoyment of working with the Austrian constructor and his deep involvement with the team. He has described his experience at Red Bull as “comfortable” and has emphasized the strong bond that exists among the team members, comparing it to a family.
While Newey has not explicitly ruled out the possibility of leaving Red Bull in the future, doing so would mean leaving behind a significant part of his career. He has likened leaving the team to walking out on his family, highlighting the close-knit relationship he shares with the Red Bull crew in Formula 1.
As a result, Newey has become the center of attention in the Formula 1 paddock in recent weeks. Not only Mercedes, but Ferrari and Aston Martin have also expressed interest in acquiring his services. Therefore, the 65-year-old has no shortage of options if he ever decides to leave Red Bull. However, ideally, Adrian Newey would prefer to continue his journey with the Milton Keynes-based team beyond the current season.