Lewis Hamilton: Aston Martin chief considering blockbuster Mercedes switch for 2022
Aston Martin chief Lawrence Stroll has revealed his team are tempted by a surprise move for Lewis Hamilton upon the end of his Mercedes contract. The seven-time world champion finally put pen to paper on a one-year contract extension with the Silver Arrows following extensive negotiations since the end of last season, as he targets more glory under Toto Wolff.
Yet it’s clear that Hamilton’s long-term future is unlikely to lie with Mercedes, with other teams now circling.
Ferrari have reportedly held talks with Hamilton over a shock move in the past before he committed his future to Mercedes, although he always intended to stay put.
Wolff has his sights on George Russell as Hamilton’s future successor following his impressive outing at last year’s Sakhir Grand Prix.
Like Hamilton, Valtteri Bottas is also out of contract with Mercedes next season and movement is expected in both seats.
