Ex-Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher has weighed in on the future of Red Bull'sMax Verstappen, following the confirmation of Adrian Newey's departure from the team.
The 65-year-old's exit is likely to cause a devastating blow to the Milton Keynes-based outfit, and Schumacher believes it could have an impact on the future of its star driver.
Ralf Schumacher has spoken out on Max Verstappen's futureDesign chief Adrian Newey will depart Red Bull in 2025
Plenty of options for defending champion
The six-time grand prix winner is convinced that recent developments have made it 'certain' that Verstappen will soon move on, withMercedes boss Toto Wolff already expressing an interest in the Dutchman.
Speaking to Sky Germany, Schumacher said: "I also think he has other options. In the paddock, you already hear stories about him talking to others.
“The question is whether it will happen next year or the year after, but for me it is certain that he wants to leave.”