Rumors concerning Franco Colapinto with Red Bull have intensified. The team is looking for a driver because it seems clear that Sergio Perez This will not continue next year. What if Liam Lawson is promoted, a breach will open in Racing bulls.
And this is the space that the Argentinian Colapinto could occupy. As ‘Planet F1’ reports, Red Bull would have to pay Williams 20 million euros to release him from his contract.
Christian Hornerleader of the energy drinks team, spoke publicly about Franco after seeing him leave the Williams box in the Brazilian Grand Prix.
“I think it’s fantastic to see these youngsters doing a great job. We’ve obviously got Liam Lawson at Racing Bulls who is doing a really good job. Olivier Bearman “He deserves to be recognized today because he was impressive…” Horner said of the youngsters.
“I think Franco, I repeat, is a guy who is doing very, very well. Of course, we are always attentive to the driver market and I think Franco definitely has the qualities to be a potential star of the future.” says Horner.
There’s no room for Williams, with Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon. But James Vowles’ team (team leader) does not want to let go of the young driver. Their goal is to give him… or get these 20 million euros.
