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Carlos Sainz, Ferrari, Imola, 2024

Sainz explains KEY factor that will decide which F1 team he joins next season

Carlos Sainz, Ferrari, Imola, 2024 — Photo: © IMAGO

Sainz explains KEY factor that will decide which F1 team he joins next season

The Ferrari driver is being replaced by Lewis Hamilton next season - and is looking for a seat elsewhere

Originally written by Kevin McKenna. This version is a translation.

Outgoing Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz has revealed the key factor in deciding his next move in Formula 1.

The Spaniard remains without a seat for 2025, with Mercedes rival Lewis Hamilton set to take his position alongside Charles Leclerc next year.

READ MORE: F1 star at risk of being DROPPED by furious team boss after Monaco disaster

His impressive performances throughout the opening eight races of this campaign - a win in Australia being his standout moment - have ensured the 29-year-old will have no shortage of options as he considers his next move.

Despite being linked with Mercedes, Audi and Williams in recent weeks, the three-time race-winner has kept his cards close to his chest.

"I've always said it, I'm going to go to the place where I feel most valued as a driver," he said.

"The place where people consider me the way I feel I need to be considered, and a place that gives me to create a medium to long-term project that I can win in the future.

"For me, the priority is always winning so keeping those things in mind, you can conclude yourself what is your preference, and if not, don't worry because you'll know soon enough."

READ MORE: Cullen devastated after star driver's Indy 500 nightmare

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