Jos Verstappen has shared his belief in Max’s present situation but also recognizes the significance of preparing for what lies ahead.
The father of Max Verstappen, Jos Verstappen, has broken his silence regarding the potential departure of Adrian Newey, the chief technology officer at Red Bull. Reports indicate that the 65-year-old design leader may part ways with the team before his contract expires due to internal power struggles.
Jos Verstappen had previously voiced concerns about the turmoil within Red Bull, calling for the removal of team principal Christian Horner amidst allegations of misconduct. However, Horner was later cleared after an internal investigation. Although an appeal is reportedly ongoing, this controversy has overshadowed Red Bull’s season, despite their continued dominance. Max Verstappen is on the verge of securing his fourth consecutive world title.
The impending departure of Adrian Newey, who played a crucial role in designing the cars that led to Verstappen’s victories, has raised concerns about the team’s future. Jos Verstappen acknowledges the importance of Newey’s talent and expresses worry about the potential loss for Red Bull.
In an interview with Racexpress, Jos Verstappen refrains from speculating on the situation, emphasizing that his knowledge is limited to Newey’s existing contract with Red Bull until 2025. He commends Newey’s achievements and expertise, recognizing his invaluable contributions to the team.
Regarding Max Verstappen’s future, Jos Verstappen reveals that despite being under contract with Red Bull until 2028, they are considering all options. Max Verstappen remains focused on the performance of his car, asserting that it will ultimately determine his decisions.
However, Jos Verstappen acknowledges the need to evaluate other teams, particularly in light of upcoming regulation changes in 2026 that are expected to benefit competitors like Mercedes and Ferrari.
Jos Verstappen expresses confidence in Max’s current position but also recognizes the importance of planning for the future. While acknowledging the interest from other teams in Max, Jos Verstappen emphasizes the need to remain calm and assess all possibilities as events unfold.