F1 pundit Martin Brundle has warned Mercedes that they could risk alienating their star driver over their pursuit of Max Verstappen. George Russell has been very publicly waiting to be offered a new contract by his team, while they chase after the reigning world champion as a possible upgrade.

Max Verstappen, who is currently signed with Red Bull, is in talks with Mercedes over changing sides, according to The Guardian. The negotiations have reportedly intensified leading up to this weekend's British Grand Prix.

McLaren boss Zak Brown says it would be a “disaster” for Red Bull if four-time reigning Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen were to leave the team. Verstappen has declined to say whether he'll stay with the team for next year amid speculation about a potential move to Mercedes.