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George Russell Considers Desperate Measures in Mercedes Contract Saga

George Russell’s future with Mercedes has taken a dramatic twist, with the British driver now weighing desperate measures to secure his place in the team beyond this season.

Sources close to the situation say Russell has grown frustrated with the slow pace of contract talks, as Mercedes appears reluctant to hand him the long-term deal he is pushing for. Instead, the team is reportedly leaning toward shorter extensions—an approach that has left the 27-year-old unsettled about his future.

For Russell, the uncertainty couldn’t come at a worse time. Entering the prime of his career, he wants stability and a clear path to fighting for world championships. But with Lewis Hamilton still showing strong form and Mercedes scouting the next wave of young talent, Russell fears being left in limbo.

Behind closed doors, his management has explored bold alternatives, including sounding out interest from rivals and even considering outside backing to strengthen his bargaining power. While a sudden exit from Mercedes is unlikely, Russell is said to be keeping the door open to Ferrari or Aston Martin if talks continue to stall.

The situation also reflects a deeper frustration: Mercedes’ inability to consistently challenge Red Bull in recent years. Russell, fiercely ambitious and hungry for wins, is desperate not to let his best years slip away in a car that can’t deliver.

Fans, meanwhile, are watching the saga with growing concern. Russell was once seen as Mercedes’ future leader—the man to carry the torch after Hamilton. Now, his future with the team is in question, and every delay in negotiations adds fuel to the fire.

Russell’s next move could define not just his career, but the future of Mercedes itself.